Surgical Bandage Found in Woman's Abdomen After Operation in Ghazipur, UP; Probe Initiated
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Surgical Negligence: Doctor Accused of Leaving Bandage in Woman's Abdomen
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News18•12-02-2026, 17:31
Surgical Negligence: Doctor Accused of Leaving Bandage in Woman's Abdomen
•A woman in Ghazipur underwent a second surgery to remove a surgical bandage allegedly left in her abdomen during an initial operation at CHC Kasimabad.
•The family claims the first operation on December 25 involved charges of 7000 rupees cash, 2000 rupees online, and 1400 rupees for external medicines.
•After the initial surgery, the woman experienced persistent pain and pus discharge from the operated area.
•A subsequent examination at Gurudayal Hospital in Varanasi revealed the forgotten bandage, leading to a second operation on February 9.
•The Chief Medical Officer has formed a committee to investigate the allegations of negligence and promised action based on the report.