Tragic Death of 3-Year-Old Girl in Târgu Jiu Hospital
A 3-year-old girl tragically passed away at the SJU Târgu jiu hospital on the evening of May 11, 2025, after being transported by ambulance from the Mătăsari Permanent Center. The incident has prompted investigations and raised concerns about pediatric emergency care.
Timeline of Events
- 8:25 PM,May 11,2025: The child arrived at the Pediatric Guard of SJU Târgu Jiu via ambulance.
- Prior to arrival, the girl had been examined at the Mătăsari Permanent Center. The attending guardian suspected a potential underlying condition.
It had been consulted at the Permanent Center and the Guardian there announced the SJU TG Jiu doctor that he suspected of a 5 year. for which he takes treatment
, according to a statement from SCJ Târgu Jiu. - Upon arrival, the medical team observed the child’s critical condition.
Did you know? Apnea, the condition the child experienced, is a temporary cessation of breathing, especially during sleep. It can be a symptom of various underlying health issues, notably in young children.
Conflicting information and Initial assessment
Hospital representatives reported discrepancies regarding the child’s medical history. While the Permanent Center suspected a pre-existing condition, the parents provided a different account.
According to hospital representatives, the parents denied and told that the little girl had begun to cough and have a fever two days ago and that at the time of presentation at SJU TG Jiu is under antibiotic treatment prescribed by the family doctor.
Upon examination at the Pediatric Guard, the child presented with severe symptoms.
- Compromised general condition
- Convulsive status
- Fever
Emergency Treatment and Deterioration
Medical staff instantly initiated treatment to address the seizures.Though, the child’s condition rapidly deteriorated.
At the presentation at the Pediatric Guard, the presence of the general condition influenced with convulsive status and fever. I was administered treatment for the seizures that the present, but at about half an hour, in the salon, the patient presented a crisis of apnea and cardio-respiratory stop. resuscitation, being declared the death.
Pro Tip: In emergency situations, providing a complete and accurate medical history is crucial for effective treatment. Discrepancies can delay proper diagnosis and intervention.
Official Notification and Investigation
Following the child’s death, hospital authorities promptly notified relevant government agencies.
Immediately after death, the hospital representatives notified the Ministry of Health and DSP Gorj.
The Ministry of Health and DSP gorj are expected to conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the child’s death to determine if any procedural lapses occurred and to prevent similar incidents in the future.
