Medical Mishap: Pilgrim Finds Blade in Bandage

A woman pilgrim visiting Sabarimala claims medical negligence at a hospital in Pamba, alleging a surgical blade was found in her bandage. She has reported the issue to the Pathanamthitta District Medical Officer, prompting an investigation into the matter. Further actions await the official report.

A troubling incident has unfolded at a government hospital in Pamba, where a woman pilgrim from Kochi has alleged medical negligence. She claimed that a surgical blade was left inside the dressing of her leg wound. The woman reported the matter to the Pathanamthitta District Medical Officer (DMO), who received the complaint over the phone.

The District Medical Officer confirmed that a report has been requested from the hospital to investigate the incident thoroughly. The woman shared that the medical professional initially tried using a surgical blade to cut her skin, prompting her to object to the procedure. Despite her insistence, she later found the blade when she changed the bandage at home.

With the investigation underway, the Pathanamthitta authorities await the hospital's report to determine the next steps in addressing the alleged negligence. The case has raised concerns about patient safety and medical practices at the institution.

(With inputs from agencies.)