Mother sues after baby's arm amputated
The mother of a baby who lost his arm due to alleged medical negligence at the Stanger Hospital is suing the KZN MEC of Health for R7m. The matter is set down for June, notes a Sunday Tribune report.
Phindile Mpanza (36) issued summons against Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo after her baby, Kuyakhanya, allegedly had a drip inserted incorrectly into his arm, which caused complications and led to its amputation. Law firm PG Naidoo and Associates Incorporated instituted legal action against the Department of Health on behalf of Mpanza.
Her R7m claim related to general damages, pain and suffering, discomfort, disability and loss of amenities of life. She also claimed for future loss of income and future medical costs. The KZN Department of Health has issued a notice of intention to defend.
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