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Youth awarded RM7.4M for medical negligence by public hospital.
A 22-year-old from Kuala Lumpur received RM7.4 million in damages for medical malpractice by a public hospital, resulting in amputations of his left hand and right leg.
- The High Court of Justice awarded K. Vimal Raj RM6.4 million in damages, primarily for purchasing robotic arms and a leg after his amputations five years ago.
- Vimal Rajs case against the public hospital highlighted severe medical malpractice, culminating in the tragic loss of his left hand and right leg due to negligence.
- In addition to the damages, the court granted RM213,000 for pain and suffering endured by the plaintiff as a direct result of the amputations.
Why It Matters
This case underscores the critical importance of accountability in healthcare, particularly regarding medical malpractice in public hospitals, and raises awareness about the need for improved patient safety standards.