• 21 Apr, 2026

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Wrong Patient, Wrong Surgery in Varanasi: Radhika Devi Case at BHU Trauma Centre

Wrong Patient, Wrong Surgery in Varanasi: Radhika Devi Case at BHU Trauma Centre

A 71 year old woman named Radhika Devi went to BHU Varanasi Trauma Centre for spinal tumour surgery but was mistakenly operated on for a hip fracture due to a name mix up. Her story highlights real risks in Indian hospitals. Here’s what happened, why it matters and practical ways you and your family can stay safe before any surgery.