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Newborn dies from neck injury during delivery at Karachi hospital

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At a glance

  • A newborn has died after sustaining a neck injury during delivery in Karachi.
  • The family alleges the injury was caused by a sharp instrument at a private hospital.
  • The hospital initially claimed the baby was stillborn, according to the family.

Story so far

Reports have emerged from Karachi of a newborn's death allegedly due to medical negligence at a private hospital in the Mehmoodabad area. The family of the infant, a bus driver from Kala Pul, claims the baby's neck was cut by a sharp instrument during delivery. According to the family, hospital staff initially stated the baby was stillborn, but they later discovered a bleeding wound on the child's neck. The family has reportedly stated they do not wish to pursue legal action.

Latest development

A newborn has died in Karachi following an alleged incident of medical negligence. The family claims the baby's neck was cut by a sharp instrument during delivery at a private hospital in Mehmoodabad, leading to the death.

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  1. This is an incredibly sad story. My heart goes out to the family. It’s concerning that they feel unable to seek justice. I hope the relevant authorities will investigate this regardless.

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