New scandal in neonatal care: Major negligence revealed
A complaint from Ankara has brought the "Neonatal Gang" scandal back to the agenda, in which it is alleged that infants were kept in hospitals for illicit gain and subjected to negligent treatment. A father claims his child is suffering from permanent health issues due to negligence at a private hospital.
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Another neonatal scandal has occurred in Ankara. Adnan S. has filed a complaint with the prosecutor's office regarding disruptions during the six months of check-ups conducted by Prof. Dr. A.B. at a private hospital while his ex-wife was pregnant with twins.
Stating that Dr. A.B. refused to provide appointments on the grounds that he could not accept her private health insurance, Adnan S. explained that they were forced to go to the doctor's private practice.
PREMATURE BIRTH
It was stated that the twins, born prematurely at 32 weeks, were admitted to the hospital's neonatal unit.
However, alleging that there was significant negligence during the babies' post-birth treatment process, Adnan S. claimed that the male baby suffered permanent damage due to this negligence and has filed a criminal complaint with the Ankara Chief Public Prosecutor's Office.
SURGERY DECISION PROVED INCORRECT
The family noticed swelling in the baby's genital area and consulted the private hospital. Adnan S. stated that a pediatric surgeon at the hospital recommended surgery with a diagnosis of a "hernia," but they learned during an examination at a different university hospital that there was no condition requiring surgery.
TRUTH REVEALED AT ANOTHER HOSPITAL
The family, having noticed that the male twin was less active than his sister, alleged that the child's condition was concealed during check-ups at the private hospital.
Examinations conducted at another hospital revealed that the child has "cerebral palsy."
SEARCH FOR JUSTICE
Adnan S. has filed a complaint against the private hospital and the doctor for "misconduct in office" and "negligent injury."
The father stated that his child requires treatments such as physical therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy, and demanded that all those responsible for the negligence at the hospital be punished.
