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Grieving Father Seeks Justice After Fatal Childbirth Complication in Mae Hong Son
A man has petitioned the Pavena Foundation following his wife's death during a C-section in Mae Hong Son, prompting calls for a Ministry of Public Health investigation.
On August 3, 2026, a 34-year-old man from Mae Hong Son sought assistance from the Pavena Foundation for Children and Women regarding the death of his wife during a cesarean section. According to the report from Khaosod Online, the patient was 38 weeks pregnant when she underwent the procedure on July 17, 2026. While the infant survived, the mother passed away. The family alleges that medical staff admitted to accidentally severing a major blood vessel during the surgery. The hospital reportedly provided 30,000 baht for funeral expenses, but the family claims the matter has since stalled, leaving the father to care for his 23-day-old child alone.
Pavena Hongsakula, head of the foundation, has formally requested that the Ministry of Public Health provide clarification on this incident. Furthermore, the foundation is seeking information regarding two additional cases: one involving an infant death during a C-section under anesthesia, and another concerning reports of a banquet held inside a neonatal intensive care unit. For residents and travelers, this case highlights ongoing concerns regarding medical accountability and transparency in provincial healthcare facilities. As of now, the Ministry of Public Health has not issued a public response, and the specific details regarding the medical errors and the status of the other two cases remain to be confirmed by official authorities.
Translated from Thai.
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