Man Dies After Botched Medical Surgery, Probe Begins

There have been concerns over the rise in cases of patients who lose their lives during or after medical procedures, usually in the hands of rogue professionals...

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Kenya's medical regulators are investigating the death of a man, Brian Simiyu, following a surgical procedure at an alleged unregistered clinic in Trans Nzoia County.

The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has launched a formal inquiry into the conduct of the medical practitioner involved.
The deceased reportedly underwent surgery at a facility that was unregistered, unlicensed, and unsuitable for medical treatment.
The KMPDC is collaborating with the County Government of Trans Nzoia and the National Police Service to gather evidence.

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