Guwahati: An alleged case of medical negligence has come to light at the Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) after a woman admitted with fever was reportedly administered injections prescribed for another patient, causing her health condition to deteriorate.
The patient, identified as Kabita Deka, was admitted to the hospital for treatment after developing a fever. According to her family, a junior nurse allegedly administered three injections meant for a kidney patient during the night shift.
The family alleged that the junior nurse was working under the supervision of Head Nurse Minakshi Duwara when the incident took place.
Following the administration of the injections, Deka’s condition reportedly worsened and she began experiencing several complications, prompting her family to seek an explanation from the hospital staff regarding the treatment she had received.
The patient’s relatives claimed that when they raised concerns, the head nurse initially dismissed the matter and allegedly asked the junior nurse to leave instead of addressing their questions. However, after further questioning by the family, the junior nurse reportedly admitted that she had mistakenly administered the three injections intended for another patient.
The incident has sparked concerns over patient safety and adherence to treatment protocols at the state’s premier government hospital. The family has demanded accountability and a thorough inquiry into the alleged lapse.
Hospital authorities are yet to issue an official statement on the matter. Further details are awaited.
