Wrong blood transfusion on pregnant woman: Two doctors terminated, staff nurse suspended

After receiving the wrong blood type during the transfusion, the patient experienced shivering and discomfort. The nurse quickly informed the doctor upon realizing the mistake, leading to the patient being promptly taken to Thrissur MCH. Her condition is reported to be stable now.

Following this, a protest was staged by United Democratic Front (UDF) workers in front of the hospital and blocked the hospital superintendent Dr PK Asha for four hours on Friday demanding answers from those considered responsible. 

Talking about the incident, Dr Asha informed On Manorama "Around 15 ml of blood was transfused to the pregnant woman mistakenly and they stopped the transfusion soon after they realised the mistake. We have soon taken preventive measures to stabilise the woman and referred her to the Thrissur Medical College Hospital. An internal inquiry has been conducted here and the report has been submitted to the District Medical Officer. As far as we know, the pregnant lady is stable at the Medical College now"

"There was serious medical negligence at the hospital. The hospital lacked the vigilance they had to pay for the patient. The hospital administration has admitted their mistake and ensured their vigil in future. We have learned that one of the nursing staff has been suspended as a preliminary action. The superintendent has also ensured that a detailed inquiry would be conducted and necessary action would be taken against the responsible persons", said Farhan Biyyam, UDF member and opposition leader of the municipality.

The state health department is currently conducting a thorough investigation into the case and will take necessary actions based on the results of the inquiry report soon.

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