Gia Lai authorities investigate death of toddler at hospital

The Gia Lai Department of Health has ordered the establishment of a professional council to investigate the death of a 34-month-old girl at Bong Son Regional General Hospital.

The child was admitted on October 12 with a high fever and a persistent cough for four days. Initially diagnosed with acute bronchiolitis, she was treated for fever and moved to the pediatric ward for observation. Approximately four minutes after receiving an injection at 9:00 AM, the child exhibited symptoms including abdominal pain, pale lips, sweating, cold extremities, and decreased blood oxygen levels.

Despite emergency interventions, including intubation, respiratory support, and chest compressions, the child passed away at 11:55 AM that same day. Authorities have sealed the medications used during treatment for investigation. The medical council will evaluate the hospital's diagnostic and treatment processes to determine the exact cause of death.