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Medical negligence

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saherin khan   30 October 2019

Hello All,

If the doctor left mop inside the abdomen of the patient then it is amount to criminal negligence.
and due to this medical negligence if death occurs then doctor will be punishable under section 304A of IPC.

Let me know if you have query regarding the same.

Archit Uniyal   13 May 2020

Hi,

Medical malpractice is a legal cause of action that occurs when a medical or health care professional deviates from standards in his or her profession, thereby causing injury to a patient.

You may read these article for a better understanding of medical negligence in India:

https://www.lawyersclubindia.com/articles/Medical-negligence-Liabilities-of-doctors-arising-under-Indian-laws-10430.asp

https://www.lawyersclubindia.com/articles/medical-negligence-1952.asp

https://www.lawyersclubindia.com/articles/medical-negligence-duty-of-doctor-and-rights-of-patient-7733.asp

https://www.lawyersclubindia.com/articles/how-to-prove-medical-negligence--8006.asp

 

Regards,
Archit


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