Assam: Tension at Silchar hospital after patient’s death, family alleges medical negligence

Tension prevailed at South City Hospital in Silchar, Assam, after the death of a patient triggered allegations of medical negligence, delayed communication and mishandling of blood arranged for his treatment by his family. Police reached the hospital following the incident to control the situation.

The deceased has been identified as Samir Uddin, a resident of Kashipur in Cachar district.

According to the family, hospital authorities did not inform them about Uddin’s death in a timely manner. They alleged that they were given the impression that he was still admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and receiving treatment, even after he had died. The family questioned the hospital’s handling of the case and demanded an explanation for the alleged delay in communicating the information.

The family also raised concerns over the blood arranged for the patient. They claimed that hospital personnel had informed them that blood was required for his treatment and asked them to make the necessary arrangements. However, they alleged that the blood was subsequently found lying unused and discarded.

In addition, the family accused hospital security personnel and authorities of misbehaving with them when they sought updates on the patient’s condition.

The allegations led to a tense situation on the hospital premises, with family members and local residents expressing anger over the alleged lapses. Police personnel arrived at the spot after receiving information about the incident.

The family has demanded an impartial investigation into the circumstances surrounding Uddin’s death, the alleged delay in informing them and the handling of the blood arranged for his treatment.

The allegations have not been independently verified. The hospital authorities’ response was not immediately available. Further details are awaited, including any official statement from the police and the findings of a possible investigation.