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PGIMS Probe Lags: 5 Patient Deaths Remain Unexplained
21 Sep
Summary
- PGIMS Rohtak probe into five patient deaths is delayed.
- A five-member committee was tasked with submitting a report.
- Lack of post-mortem reports complicates death cause determination.
An investigation into the deaths of five patients at PGIMS Rohtak is ongoing but has been delayed. A five-member committee was formed to examine the cases of patients who died after surgery, but their report, initially due by the end of August, has not yet been submitted. Officials are reviewing medical records and patient histories.
The delay is attributed to the complexity of determining the exact cause of death, particularly as post-mortem examinations were not conducted. Doctors note that while family consent is required for autopsies, examining available medical records and treatment details is crucial for the inquiry.
Two patients had dental surgeries, and three underwent procedures in other departments. None were reportedly treated for pre-existing heart conditions, making it difficult to attribute deaths solely to cardiac arrest. The committee is expected to finalize its findings soon.
