A surgical needle remained undetected in a woman’s abdomen in Madhya Pradesh for two years and was only discovered during childbirth

Madhya Pradesh: Needle Left in Woman’s Abdomen Discovered After Two Years During Childbirth

In a startling medical oversight, a surgical needle left in a woman’s abdomen for two years was discovered only during the birth of her child in Madhya Pradesh. The woman, identified as 27-year-old Anjali Patel from Sagar district, had undergone a cesarean section two years ago but had no idea that a surgical needle had been accidentally left inside her body during the procedure.

Anjali had been experiencing occasional abdominal pain since the surgery, but local doctors dismissed it as a common post-operative issue. It was only during her recent delivery at a government hospital that the truth came to light. Doctors performing the C-section were shocked to find the needle lodged near her abdominal cavity.

"I always felt something wasn’t right," Anjali shared tearfully. "But I trusted the doctors and never imagined something like this could happen." Despite the discovery, her baby was delivered safely, and the needle was successfully removed during the procedure.

Hospital authorities have launched an internal inquiry to identify those responsible for the negligence during her first surgery. "This is an extremely rare and unfortunate incident. We are taking it seriously and will ensure accountability," said Dr. Rajesh Mishra, the hospital superintendent.

The case has sparked public outrage, with many questioning the standards of care in public health facilities. Local women’s rights activists have called for stricter protocols and better training for medical staff to prevent such negligence in the future.

Anjali and her family are relieved that she and her newborn are now safe, but they are also demanding justice for the trauma caused by the oversight. "We are just grateful she survived, but someone has to answer for this," said her husband, Ravi Patel.

This incident serves as a grim reminder of the importance of diligence in healthcare and the need for robust systems to ensure that no patient has to endure such avoidable trauma again.