M.A. BIVIJI vs SUNITA

The Supreme Court reviewed a decision by the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) which held Suretech Hospital and associated medical professionals liable for medical negligence in performing a Nasotracheal Intubation procedure on Mrs. Sunita. The NCDRC awarded compensation and litigation costs, establishing that the medical procedure was unjustifiable and performed forcefully. The Court upheld the NCDRC's findings and the award of damages, emphasizing the importance of medical diligence and patient safety. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the liability of the medical practitioners for negligence.