The preliminary investigation report on a case relating to maggot infestation of a patient at the medical college hospital here cited serious lapses from the part of the hospital staff.
Vattiyoorkavu native Anil Kumar who was tested COVID negative was discharged from the medical college with maggot infestation. Medical College superintendent Dr MS Sharmad prepared the primary inquiry report on the incident. Director of medical education Dr Remla Beevi A handed over the report to health minister KK Shailaja.
Following this, the superintendent has issued a show-cause notice to 10 staff members at the medical college. Further action will be taken as per the response from these staff.
As per the complaint of the patient’s family, he was discharged from the medical college with maggot infestation.
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