Hyderabad: The Telangana Medical Council (TGMC) has initiated an inquiry into the death of a 14-year-old boy in Thorrur, Mahabubabad district after he reportedly collapsed seconds after receiving an injection at a local nursing home.
Incident Overview
- The deceased, identified as Dasaroju Siddharth, was a Class 9 student suffering from cold and fever for several days.
- His mother, Dasaroju Nagamani, took him to a nursing home for a checkup.
- Shortly after an injection was administered, Siddharth collapsed and died on the spot.
- Family members have accused the doctors of medical negligence, linking the injection directly to his sudden death.
TGMC’s Investigation & Action
- TGMC has taken suo motu cognisance of the case and launched an independent probe.
- The two attending doctors have been asked to provide written statements explaining the treatment protocol.
- The nursing home has been issued a notice, requiring it to submit:
- Hospital registration certificates from the District Medical and Health Officer (DMHO)
- Doctors’ registration certificates from the Telangana Medical Council
- Complete medical records related to the treatment of Siddharth
- The medical facility representatives have been summoned to appear in person before the TGMC chairman and registrar.
Possible Consequences
- Failure to comply with TGMC’s directives within seven days could lead to the case being referred to the Ethics Committee.
- If medical negligence is proven, appropriate legal action will be taken against the doctors and the hospital.
The tragic incident has sparked serious concerns regarding medical practices and accountability in the state’s healthcare sector.
