Jaipur, May 6 (IANS). One of the six women died after cesarean delivery at the New Medical College Hospital in Kota and the remaining five have been kept under strict observation. In this case, the Rajasthan government has constituted an expert medical board on Wednesday and has ordered a high level investigation.
The state government has taken seriously the reports of deteriorating health of women undergoing treatment after delivery in the hospital.
Medical and Health Minister Gajendra Singh Khimsar immediately intervened and ordered a detailed investigation into the matter.
A team of four specialist doctors from Jaipur’s Sawai Mansingh Medical College has been sent to Kota, which will treat and assess the condition of the patients.
This team includes experts from the departments of Anesthesia, Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology and Nephrology.
According to officials, these experts will not only assist in treatment but will also evaluate the circumstances of the incident.
Principal Secretary of Medical Education Department, Gayatri Rathore said that all the affected women have been admitted to the Super Specialty Hospital in Kota, where their treatment is going on under the supervision of experts.
He said that the condition of the patients is being constantly monitored and all necessary medical facilities are being provided.
The Rajasthan government has also ordered a time-bound and comprehensive investigation to find out the cause of the matter. Officials have been directed to ensure complete transparency and accountability in the investigation process.
The government has said that if any kind of negligence or lapse is found in the treatment, then strict action will be taken against the culprits as per the rules.
Necessary corrective steps will also be taken to prevent recurrence of such incidents in future.
–IANS
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