Accident – Death – Obituary News : Lucknow: The services at the trauma centre of King George’s Medical University (KGMU) faced disruptions for an hour due to an uproar following a patient’s death.
The deceased, identified as Shanti, was reportedly staying in KGMU night shelter of the trauma centre and was undergoing outpatient treatment (OPD) for cancer. She passed away on Sunday after which the family alleged that the KGMU doctors refused to admit the patient despite her critical condition.
According to family members, her condition worsened on Saturday afternoon, prompting them to rush her to the KGMU emergency department. The doctors refused to admit her due to a lack of provisions for emergency admission of cancer patients. Shanti’s family stayed with her at the trauma centre night shelter as her condition worsened. Despite approaching the doctors again on Sunday, they were turned away once more.
She eventually succumbed to her illness. The family’s grief turned into anger, and they started creating a ruckus at the trauma centre. Hospital staff eventually managed to calm the situation down.
KGMU, however, maintains that the patient received the best possible care.
Dr. Sudhir Singh, spokesperson for KGMU, said that the administration sympathizes with the grieving family. He added that while no prescription or tests were conducted at the trauma centre, the patient was being treated for cancer and received the best possible care under the circumstances.
In recent news, doctors have increasingly been using oral therapy for advanced-stage cancer, showing effectiveness in reducing tumors and managing metastasis. This new approach to cancer treatment has been beneficial in providing alternative options for patients facing this challenging disease.
As investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding Shanti’s death, it is important for medical facilities to ensure that all patients receive timely and appropriate care, especially in critical situations. The incident at KGMU serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing the needs of all patients, regardless of their medical conditions, to prevent similar occurrences in the future..