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TLV Medical Center Faces Investigation After Patient Suffers Chemical Injury During Nasal Surgery

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First reported by Ynet · 4 hours ago

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An 18-year-old woman suffered chemical burns during nasal surgery at TLV Medical Center in Tel Aviv after a tampon soaked in acid was mistakenly used. The medical team quickly intervened, stabilizing her and transferring her to Ichilov Medical Center for further treatment. The incident is under police and health ministry investigation, while the patient's condition improves.

01An 18-year-old patient was chemically injured during nasal surgery at TLV Medical Center in Tel Aviv.
02A tampon soaked in trichloroacetic acid was mistakenly used, causing burns and respiratory damage.
03The surgical team halted the procedure within ten seconds and stabilized the patient.
04The patient was transferred to Ichilov Medical Center for intensive care and additional surgery.
05Police opened a negligence investigation; the Ministry of Health denies receiving an official report.
06Eynav Adib-Berar, TLV Medical Center co-founder and investor, expressed hope for the patient's recovery.

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