Patient Escapes Surgery After Hospital Mix-Up
Summary: A patient in Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh, narrowly escaped a wrong surgery after hospital staff mistakenly took him to the OT. His timely questioning and quick thinking prevented a serious medical blunder.
Shocking Hospital Blunder: Patient Almost Operated by Mistake
Imagine being wheeled into an operation theatre (OT) for a surgery you never needed. That’s exactly what happened to Brijesh Chaudhary, a man from Madhaugarh, Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh. He had gone to the Government Medical College for a minor issue, swollen eyes. What followed was a shocking case of mistaken identity.
Told He’d Be Discharged - But Ended Up on the OT Tablel
After a consultation, Brijesh was told he would be discharged the next morning. However, instead of a discharge, he was prepped for surgery. Hospital staff administered two pre-operative injections and took him to the OT.
Wrong Patient in the OT: A Life-Threatening Error
While lying under the OT lights, Brijesh sensed something was off. When he questioned the staff, they insisted it was “his operation.” Alarmed, he asked to meet his family and then made a daring escape, running out of the theatre in a hospital gown and slippers.
Family Confronts Doctors, Uncovers Shocking Truth
His family, in disbelief, rushed to confront the hospital staff. The attending doctor shockingly admitted Brijesh was taken by mistake. Another patient was actually scheduled for surgery, and a staff nurse was blamed for the mix-up.
Hospital Responds: Investigation Underway
Dr Shailendra Singh, the hospital spokesperson, said that they were recently informed of the incident and that an internal inquiry was being initiated.
Quick Thinking Saved His Life
Had Brijesh not spoken up in time, this could have resulted in a life-altering, or even fatal, surgical error. This incident highlights the urgent need for stronger patient verification protocols in hospitals.
Inputs from various media sources.
