Prague Hospital Mix-Up: Woman Undergoes Unconsented Abortion Procedure
In a shocking incident at a Prague hospital, a woman underwent an abortion procedure without her consent due to a grave medical error.
Sequence of Events
- A woman, four months pregnant, visited Bulovka University Hospital for a routine checkup on March 25.
- She was mistakenly put under anesthesia and operated upon, despite being the wrong patient.
- The hospital staff failed to accurately identify her, leading to the catastrophic mix-up.
Consequences of the Error
The woman underwent a curettage, a uterine surgery typically associated with abortion, intended for another patient, resulting in a miscarriage.
Impact of Language Barrier
Reports suggest that a language barrier exacerbated the situation, contributing to the misidentification of the patient.
Expert Insights
Gynaecologist Jan Prada highlighted the importance of root analysis and process improvement to prevent such incidents in the future.
Hospital Response
Bulovka spokeswoman Eva Stolejda Libigerova confirmed a serious violation of internal regulations and the initiation of a surgical procedure on the incorrectly identified patient.
Investigation and Actions Taken
The staff involved in the error have been suspended, and the hospital is conducting a thorough investigation into the matter.
