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One-year-old loses fingertip during IV removal at Yasothon hospital

One-year-old loses fingertip during IV removal at Yasothon hospital

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  • A one-year-old boy lost the tip of his right index finger when an assistant nurse accidentally severed it with paper scissors during IV removal at Loeng Nok Tha Crown Prince Hospital.
  • The incident occurred on September 11 as the boy was being discharged after recovering from respiratory and gastrointestinal infections.
  • The hospital apologized, provided immediate first aid, and arranged for specialized reattachment surgery, which was performed twice due to the boy's small blood vessels.
  • The hospital committed to continued support, including medical treatment, travel expenses, and compensation, while the assistant nurse has been suspended pending an investigation into potential gross negligence.
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