Intravenous Fluids (IV Fluids) : Incident In West Bengal
The West Bengal government recently suspended 12 doctors for “medical negligence” following the death of a woman and a newborn due to the alleged administration of expired intravenous fluid at Medinipur Medical College and Hospital.
- IV fluids are specially formulated liquids that are injected into a vein to prevent or treat dehydration.
- They are used in people of all ages who are sick, injured, dehydrated from exercise or heat, or undergoing surgery.
- Intravenous rehydration is a simple, safe, and common procedure with a low risk of complications.
- IV fluid often contains water, glucose (sugar), and electrolytes (potassium, sodium, and chloride).
- An IV may allow more than one fluid to be given at the same time and into the same place.
