NIZAM'S INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES vs PRASANTH S.DHANANKA .

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of medical negligence under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986, specifically Section 2(1)(g) defining 'deficiency in service'. The Court held that the medical professionals and the hospital were liable for negligence due to failure to conduct necessary pre-operative tests and not informing the patient of potential risks associated with the surgery. The Court upheld the findings of the National Consumer Redressal Commission, emphasizing the duty of care owed by medical practitioners to their patients, resulting in compensation for the complainant.