Bullet Remains in Teen's Arm, Hospital Faces Criticism

Three teenagers injured in an attack in Bangkok reportedly received improper medical care, claim their parents. A formal complaint was lodged with Thanakrit Jit-areerat, Secretary to the Minister of Social Development and Human Security, highlighting inadequate treatment, including one boy discharged with a bullet still in his arm. The parents argue their sons received insufficient attention from the hospital despite serious injuries.

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The incident occurred when the teenagers, aged 15 to 16, were assaulted by an unknown group while riding motorcycles. The parents insist their sons had no previous conflicts with the attackers. They describe injuries ranging from a knife wound to gunshot and severe head trauma, with one victim admitted to intensive care and the others released with medication.

Hospital officials, after coordinating with Thanakrit, clarified their medical decisions. The boy with head injuries was discharged after stitches and X-rays deemed him stable. The hospital asserted that the gunshot wound did not require surgery as it did not damage vital organs. Despite this, arrangements have been made to transfer the boy with the bullet to Rajavithi Hospital for further evaluation.

The case will be supervised by M-Society officials as part of coordinating responses to ensure the minors' welfare. Legal action against the attackers is being considered, though their identities remain undisclosed. M-Society aims to collaborate with relevant agencies to address this situation, reported The Thaiger.

Key Takeaways

• Parents claim inadequate care for teens injured in a Bangkok attack.

• Hospital states treatment was assessed and deemed appropriate.

• Legal actions against the attackers are under consideration by authorities.

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