Patient Dies After Surgical Mix-Up at Indian Hospital

A 71-year-old woman died after doctors at a BHU trauma center mistakenly performed a hip replacement surgery instead of a spinal tumor operation due to patient misidentification, leading to further complications.

15 Apr, 18:50 — 15 Apr, 18:50

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In patient mix-up, BHU doctors operate on 71-year-old’s hip instead of spine, woman dies

A 71-year-old woman, Radhika Devi, underwent a partial surgery for spinal tumour due to patient misidentification at BHU trauma centre. She was mistakenly operated on for hip replacement. After further complications and multiple surgeries, she passed away. An investigation is underway into the gross medical negligence.

By RAJEEV DIKSHIT

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Patient Dies After Surgical Mix-Up at Indian Hospital

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In patient mix-up, BHU doctors operate on 71-year-old’s hip instead of spine, woman dies

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