Abstract: NCDRC in a recent case of post cataract follow up which was casual on the part of attending doctor and hospital. It was found that elements of medical negligence were present here. NCDRC approved total compensation of Rs.169000/- awarded by the SCDRC, Rajasthan holding hospital vicariously liable. NCDR.
NCDRC taken cognizance of discharge summary and attempt of manipulation of record and referred the SC judgment Laxman vs. Trimbak, 1969 while defining the duties of doctors. There is need for emphasizing among medical fraternity about the duties especially in post operative care and follow up seriously and contents of discharge summary to avoid such types of medical negligence cases. Key Words: Medical Record, Casual Manner of Follow up, Discharge Card, Operative Notes, Cataract Surgery, Vicarious Liability, Dislocation of Implanted Lens Background of the Case: This order…
