Kalaburagi: AC at GIMS Hospital’s ICU not working for over one month; Patient allege negligence
Kalaburagi: The medical staff at the Gulbarga Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS) Hospital in Kalaburagi are grappling with challenges in providing adequate care to patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) due to a malfunctioning air cooling system that broke down over a month ago.
With approximately 14 patients currently undergoing treatment in the ICU, the absence of proper air cooling facilities has led to heightened discomfort and distress among both patients and their families.
The failure of the GIMS administration to provide temporary cooling measures, such as fans, to alleviate the sweltering conditions has exacerbated the situation, particularly in Kalaburagi district, known for its hot climate and intense sunlight. Some families have resorted to bringing fans from home to provide relief to their loved ones.
Criticism has been directed towards the GIMS administrative board and the government for what relatives perceive as negligence in addressing the dire situation, with accusations of playing with the lives of patients in the hospital.
Responding to the concerns raised, Minister for Medical Education Dr. Sharanprakash Patil acknowledged the issue of the non-functioning air-conditioning system at GIMS Hospital. He assured action, stating that he has directed the relevant authorities to expedite the repair of the machinery. Additionally, plans are underway to procure 500 more air conditioners for the hospital to ensure better patient care and comfort in the future, he said.Kalaburagi: AC at GIMS Hospital’s ICU not working for over one month; Patient allege negligence
The medical staff at the Gulbarga Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS) Hospital in Kalaburagi are grappling with challenges in providing adequate care to patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) due to a malfunctioning air cooling system that broke down over a month ago.
With approximately 14 patients currently undergoing treatment in the ICU, the absence of proper air cooling facilities has led to heightened discomfort and distress among both patients and their families.
The failure of the GIMS administration to provide temporary cooling measures, such as fans, to alleviate the sweltering conditions has exacerbated the situation, particularly in Kalaburagi district, known for its hot climate and intense sunlight. Some families have resorted to bringing fans from home to provide relief to their loved ones.
Criticism has been directed towards the GIMS administrative board and the government for what relatives perceive as negligence in addressing the dire situation, with accusations of playing with the lives of patients in the hospital.
Responding to the concerns raised, Minister for Medical Education Dr. Sharanprakash Patil acknowledged the issue of the non-functioning air-conditioning system at GIMS Hospital. He assured action, stating that he has directed the relevant authorities to expedite the repair of the machinery. Additionally, plans are underway to procure 500 more air conditioners for the hospital to ensure better patient care and comfort in the future, he said.
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Statewide ban on IV Ringer Lactate usage: Dinesh Gundu Rao
Bengaluru: In response to the deaths of postnatal women at Ballari District Hospital, the Karnataka government has temporarily suspended the use of IV Ringer Lactate solution across the state as a precautionary measure, Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao announced on Saturday.
Speaking to the media in Bengaluru, the minister explained that doubts about the quality of the IV solution had arisen, prompting the decision. He clarified that Ringer Lactate, along with glucose solutions, has been routinely used in hospitals for years. However, out of the 192 batches supplied by the Karnataka State Drugs Logistics and Warehousing Society, concerns were raised regarding two specific batches.
"In light of these concerns, we stopped the use of all 192 batches as a precaution. Following this, the supplying company obtained a High Court order for testing, and the Central Drugs Laboratory (CDL) conducted an analysis. The CDL report confirmed the usability of the solution, allowing the state to form a technical committee to review and permit the use of certain batches that met quality standards. Despite this, doubts have surfaced specifically at Ballari District Hospital," the minister stated.
To address these concerns, the batches supplied to Ballari Hospital have been sent for anaerobic testing to determine whether the IV solution contributed to the deaths. The test results are expected within a week, after which a final decision on the use of IV Ringer Lactate will be made.
"Until then, we have issued directives to hospitals statewide to suspend the use of IV Ringer Lactate. Every life is important to us, and precautionary measures are essential when suspicions arise," Gundu Rao emphasised.
