Nurse Performs Emergency C-Section on 5-Month Pregnant IVF Twins Following Doctor’s Phone Instructions; Hospital Booked for Medical Negligence

A private hospital in Hyderabad has been booked for medical negligence after a nurse performed a C-section procedure on a five-month pregnant woman carrying IVF twins, following instructions given by a doctor over the phone. The woman’s cervix had been stitched earlier due to loosening, but when she returned with severe abdominal pain, the consulting doctor was not physically present and directed nursing staff remotely to administer an injection. This led to the rupture of the cervical stitches and premature birth of the twins at just 21 weeks, who died within hours1.

The incident sparked outrage from the family and the community, leading to protests demanding strict action against the hospital management. The District Medical and Health Officer (DMHO) of Rangareddy district described the case as serious medical negligence and confirmed that the hospital has been sealed pending a detailed inquiry. An FIR has been filed against the doctor and hospital under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita related to medical negligence1.

Medical experts emphasize that complex procedures like C-sections require the physical presence of a senior doctor in the operating theatre to ensure patient safety. This case highlights the dangers of remote medical instructions and inadequate supervision, especially in high-risk pregnancies such as IVF twins1.

Disclaimer: This article is based on information available from news reports and official statements as of May 2025. The investigation is ongoing, and no final legal judgment has been made. The accused are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.