A family in Rajasthan has accused Daksh Hospital of leaving a surgical mop inside a patient after a C-section, causing severe infection and high medical costs. The hospital has denied these claims, stating the patient was discharged in normal condition. This incident follows earlier reports of administrative complaints against the hospital.
A medical negligence case has emerged in Chittorgarh, Rajasthan, involving allegations against Daksh Hospital. The family of Jaya Choudhary claims that a surgical mop was left inside her abdomen during a C-section procedure performed on May 2. While the patient was discharged on May 6, her condition reportedly deteriorated shortly thereafter, characterized by severe abdominal pain, fever, and vomiting.
Medical Findings and Subsequent Treatment
Following persistent health issues, the patient sought care at multiple facilities. Investigations at Zydus Hospital in Ahmedabad, conducted on June 24, reportedly identified a foreign object within her abdomen, which clinicians diagnosed as a retained surgical mop. This complication led to a severe infection affecting her large intestine. A follow-up surgery was performed on June 27 at the Ahmedabad facility to remove the object and address the internal damage. The family estimates that total medical expenses resulting from these complications have reached approximately Rs 15 lakh.
Hospital Response and Background
Daksh Hospital, through its CEO Dr. Abhishek, has formally denied the allegations of medical malpractice. The hospital asserts that the patient was in stable condition at the time of discharge and did not report any complications that would indicate such an error. They contend that the surgical protocols followed were standard and that the claim is highly improbable.
Beyond the current incident, the hospital has faced scrutiny in the past. Reports from February 2026 indicated that the facility was subject to complaints involving the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme. These allegations reportedly included concerns regarding billing practices and patient care standards. As of now, the status of those specific administrative complaints remains a subject of concern for local stakeholders, though the hospital has maintained its position against the latest claims of negligence. The primary monitorable for this situation will be whether local health authorities or regulatory bodies initiate a formal inquiry into the surgical procedures performed at the facility, which could impact its operational standing or reputation in the regional healthcare market.