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Wrong Blood Given to New Mother, She Is Now Critical in Jodhpur Hospital

By TrendingWire Newsroom

A 24-year-old woman in Jodhpur is fighting for her life in the intensive care unit after she was given a blood transfusion with the wrong blood type following childbirth. The incident happened at Ummed Hospital, a government facility. The woman’s family has alleged medical negligence. After giving birth, the woman needed a blood transfusion. However, doctors reportedly administered a blood group that did not match her own. Receiving incompatible blood can cause a severe immune reaction, leading to organ failure and even death. The woman’s condition worsened soon after the transfusion, and she was moved to the ICU, where she remains critical. Hospital authorities have not yet commented on the incident. An investigation is expected to be launched. Blood transfusions are common after childbirth to replace blood loss, but strict protocols require matching blood types to avoid dangerous reactions. The case has raised concerns about patient safety in the region. The woman’s family is demanding accountability and proper treatment. As of now, doctors are trying to stabilize her condition.

Sources: NDTV
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