A six-month-old infant in Bengaluru sustained a serious finger injury during removal of an intravenous (IV) line at a private hospital, leading to a police case against medical staff and hospital management. The incident has raised concerns about procedural safety in pediatric care while the investigation remains ongoing.
The infant was admitted to Chinmaya Mission Hospital in Indiranagar on February 19, 2026, for treatment of fever and breathing-related symptoms. During discharge on February 24, a nurse allegedly used scissors to remove the IV dressing and accidentally cut the baby’s left little finger. The injury reportedly occurred during IV removal at the time of discharge on February 24.
Reports indicate that the injury involved the fingertip. The child was immediately provided immediate medical care at the same facility following the incident.
The complaint was filed by the infant’s parents with the Indiranagar police. Based on the complaint, authorities registered a First Information Report (FIR) against the on-duty nurse, the treating doctor, and the hospital administration.
Police have invoked sections related to negligent acts endangering life or personal safety. Officials stated that statements from hospital staff and medical records are being examined as part of the probe.
The matter has been forwarded to the jurisdictional magistrate court while the investigation proceeds.
Police officials confirmed that the investigation will determine whether standard clinical protocols were followed and whether adequate supervision was present at the time of IV removal.
According to reports, the hospital initially informed the parents that the injury was expected to heal, but the family later sought additional medical evaluation after raising concerns. The hospital has not publicly released detailed findings at this stage.
From a clinical risk-management standpoint, safe IV cannula removal in infants typically includes:
Gentle loosening of adhesive with the appropriate technique
Proper immobilization of the limb
Use of blunt or non-sharp methods when possible
Immediate documentation and disclosure of any adverse event
Strict adherence to pediatric safety protocols is considered essential because even minor procedural errors can lead to significant injury in infants.
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