Euracare Hospital has announced the start of an internal investigation following claims by writer Chimamanda Adichie that medical negligence at the facility led to the death of her 21 month old son. The hospital confirmed that the child died after an emergency arose during a medical procedure and expressed deep sympathy to the family over the loss.
Adichie had alleged that her son’s condition, which initially appeared to be a simple cold, deteriorated rapidly into a serious infection. She accused the anaesthesiologist involved of being careless and grossly negligent, describing the actions taken as criminal and fatal to her child’s life.
In response, Euracare stated that some public accounts of the incident were inaccurate. The hospital said the child was critically ill and had been referred to its facility after receiving care at two other paediatric centres. According to the statement, the referral was for specific diagnostic procedures rather than routine treatment.
The hospital explained that its medical team acted immediately upon the child’s arrival, following established clinical protocols and internationally accepted medical standards. It added that care was provided in collaboration with external medical teams, as recommended by the family, including the use of sedation where medically necessary.
Despite these efforts, Euracare said the child passed away less than 24 hours after being admitted. The hospital confirmed that a detailed internal review has begun in line with its clinical governance procedures and regulatory obligations, stressing its commitment to transparency, patient safety, and due process.
Euracare concluded by reaffirming its support for the grieving family and acknowledging the emotional weight of losing a child. The hospital stated that compassion, accountability, and respect for the family’s privacy would guide its handling of the matter as investigations continue.
