Case Study - During DNC Doctor Left Piece Inside Womb

Case Study - By Mohit Popli

Dr. Nisha M. Shrotria,   Versus    Shri Pradeep Shukla

Appeal No. FA-1001/2005

(Arising from the order dated 04-10-2005 passed by District Forum (East) Saini Enclave,  Delhi in Complaint Case No.491/2005)

Negligence:    During DNC Doctor left some piece/lump inside  womb    “

What is DNC?

Dilation  and curettage  refers to the dilation (means opening) of the cervix and surgical removal of the contents of the uterus.

It is a therapeutic gynecological procedure a rarely used method of first trimester abortion.

Intro:

Appellant Doctor runs a Clinic predominantly with DNC and MTP facilities.  On account of having committed medical negligence while conducting operation for DNC upon the wife of the respondent which ultimately resulted in her death, the District Forum has vide impugned order dated 4^th October, 2005 awarded compensation of Rs. 2 lacs and Rs. 5,000/- towards litigation charges.   Feeling aggrieved, the Doctor has preferred this appeal”

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