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Jodhpur Hospital Mishap: Wrong Blood Given
17 Jul
Summary
- Woman in ICU after receiving incompatible blood transfusion.
- Hospital cites similar names as possible cause for error.
- Inquiry ordered into the alleged transfusion mistake.
A critical incident has occurred at Ummed Hospital in Jodhpur, where a 24-year-old woman, Dhapu Bhil, is receiving intensive care at Mahatma Gandhi Hospital (MGH) following an alleged incompatible blood transfusion. Dhapu, from Dawra Baori village, was admitted for anaemia and post-delivery complications after a normal delivery on July 11.
While an initial O-positive transfusion on July 11 reportedly went smoothly, a second transfusion on the night of July 12 allegedly involved B-positive blood. Family members reported severe shivering and blood in her urine bag shortly after, leading to her transfer to MGH's ICU. Hospital sources suggest the error might stem from two patients sharing identical names and husband names admitted concurrently.
An official inquiry has been initiated by SN Medical College principal Dr B S Jodha, with assurances of strict action against any responsible parties. MGH superintendent Dr Fateh Singh indicated that the incompatible transfusion severely affected the patient's kidneys, necessitating continuous dialysis. Although her condition is showing improvement, she remains under close observation in the ICU, with her husband Kishanaram expressing concerns about the lack of clear communication regarding the cause of her deterioration.
