Following similar incidents in Kota and Bikaner, a fresh case has surfaced in Jodhpur, where several women developed serious health complications after undergoing Caesarean deliveries, raising concerns within the Health Department.
Eight women who underwent Caesarean sections at Pawta District Hospital on June 20 subsequently fell ill. Six are suspected to have developed septicemia (blood infection), while two suffered kidney-related complications.
All eight were referred to Mathura Das Mathur (MDM) Hospital and are undergoing treatment. Two of them are in the ICU due to their critical condition, while six others are being treated at Pawta District Hospital.
As a precautionary measure, the operation theatre where the surgeries were performed has been sealed. Medicines and equipment used during the procedures are also being examined as part of the investigation.
Dr B S Jodha, Principal of Dr SN Medical College, said all the Caesarean deliveries were performed on June 20.
One of the women suffered excessive bleeding following surgery. Another patient was diabetic and also had low blood pressure and anaemia, conditions that can affect kidney function. "Blood samples from all the affected women have been collected and sent for testing. The reports are expected within three to four days," he said, adding that the matter is under investigation.
The samples of the medicines and medical supplies used have also been sent for testing.