The sudden closure in the Central African Republic of the orthopedic trauma surgery unit at the capital 's main hospital following the deaths of two people, including a government minister's niece, has sparked concern among patients and relatives.
The hospital has faced problems operating smoothly due to frequent power cuts, said Joseph Bindoum, head of the Central African Republic’s League for Human Rights, which investigated the deaths.
“The closure of the operating unit violates the patients’ right to health,” Bindoum said, echoing concerns from worried families.
Although no official reason has been given for the deaths, a doctor at the surgery unit said Nguianbga died after a power cut that led to the breakdown of some equipment.
The unit at Bangui Community University Hospital was closed by the health ministry on Feb. 3 following the deaths, which are being investigated.
