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Shocking anesthesia errors: patient's life in danger!
In Mainz, 21 deaths following anesthesia in doctor's offices were investigated in the last ten years while safety standards were ignored.
Shocking anesthesia errors: patient's life in danger!
What's going on in the doctor's office? A dramatic revelation is currently causing a stir in the medical community. The Tagesschau reports that in the last ten years a total of 21 patients died after general anesthesia in doctors' offices, even though basic medical standards were ignored. A frightening example is little Sophia, who died due to cardiac arrest after anesthesia at the dentist. The anesthetist, suspected of not being in the room during the critical drainage phase, has not yet been charged. The public prosecutor's office has been investigating for five years.
The results of the investigation are alarming: a report shows that the doctor advised other patients instead of caring for Sophia. The presence of the anesthetist is essential, especially when recovering from anesthesia, which is considered extremely risky. In this particular case, critical safety precautions such as mechanical ventilation were lacking, which contributed to the tragic events. Ute Z., a 63-year-old patient, was less fortunate and also died after anesthesia, resulting in a similar case of negligent homicide.
Inadequate regulations
The situation casts a shadow over hygiene and safety standards in many medical practices. According to research by Report Mainz, there are no official figures on deaths or brain damage that occur after anesthesia, as there is no obligation to report. On average, 2 to 3 serious complications occur each year - a worrying trend that shows no improvement in sight. While ten doctors have already been convicted, further proceedings are ongoing.
Judge Tim Neelmeier criticized the fact that numerous minimum requirements, such as trained staff and suitable monitoring devices, are often ignored. Economic pressure is creating a worrying dynamic: doctors are only paid for performing anesthesia, but quality is not taken into account. Experts and professional associations have long been calling for stricter laws and controls to ensure the quality of anesthesiological services.
Political reactions and need for action
The political reactions do not bode well. While Green Party politician Janosch Dahmen is calling for an urgent review of anesthesia practices, especially for children, the Federal Ministry of Health sees no need for action. In comparison, Great Britain has been progressive for over 25 years, as general anesthesia in dental practices has been completely banned there. A clear message that there is another way!
The discussion about anesthesia practices in doctors' practices is therefore not only local, but also affects medical standards throughout Germany. Further developments remain to be seen, but one thing is certain: there is an urgent need for movement and the protection of patients must be brought to the fore again.