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Hospital Universitario de Burgos Admits Fatal Oncology Drug Error That Killed Two Patients

Hospital leaders call it an isolated human error under internal investigation.

Overview

  • Five patients received the affected preparation during the Christmas period, with one in intensive care, one on a ward, and one discharged.
  • Hospital management has assumed responsibility and says it has maintained direct communication with families.
  • The center reports that safety protocols have been reviewed to reduce the chance of similar errors.
  • Officials state the medication was prepared solely for the five recipients, indicating no risk to other patients.
  • Hospital sources confirm the failure occurred in the preparation or administration of a treatment used in oncology care.