Noida News: What Went wrong During a 7-Year-Old’s Eye Surgery?

Noida News: In a shocking case of medical negligence, a seven-year-old boy named Yudhisthir underwent surgery on the wrong eye at Anand Spectrum Hospital in Greater Noida’s Sector Gamma 1 on November 12. The error has sparked outrage and raised serious concerns about medical safety protocols at the hospital.

How the Mistake Happened

Yudhisthir’s parents took him to the hospital after he complained of frequent watering in his left eye. According to the family, the doctor, Anand Verma, diagnosed that an object had entered the left eye and advised surgery to remove it. The operation was estimated to cost Rs. 45,000. However, when the surgery was done, Yudhisthir’s family was shocked to learn that the doctor had operated on his right eye instead.

His father, Nitin Bhati, explained, "The doctor said the surgery was successful, showing us a photo of a small metallic object he had removed, but it was the wrong eye." The family only realized the mistake after returning home and noticing that the left eye was untouched.

Family Confronts Hospital Staff

Furious and confused, Yudhisthir’s family immediately confronted Dr. Verma and the hospital staff. The father claimed that when they questioned the doctor, his response was dismissive, and staff misbehaved with the family. This led to a tense situation at the hospital, prompting the family to file a formal complaint with the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of Gautam Buddha Nagar.

Investigation Launched by Authorities

Following the complaint, local authorities have started an investigation into the incident. The police assured that a thorough probe is underway and appropriate action will be taken based on the findings. In their statement, they also mentioned that the family is demanding strict action, including the cancellation of Dr. Verma’s medical license and the sealing of the hospital.

Public Outrage and Calls for Accountability

This incident has drawn widespread attention and concern about medical errors in hospitals. Many call for stronger oversight and better accountability in healthcare institutions to prevent such incidents. The case has sparked debates about patient rights and the need for improved safety measures to avoid such serious lapses in the future.

Currently, the hospital has not released an official statement, and the outcome of the investigation will be closely watched to determine what actions will be taken against those responsible for the error.

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