In Shenyang, China, a man eagerly anticipating the arrival of his first child at a hospital was mistakenly identified as a patient and underwent a haemorrhoid operation.
After a wait of less than an hour, the expectant father was called inside, but he did not clearly hear the doctor’s instructions and assumed he was being taken to assist with his wife’s delivery.
Once in the operating theatre, he became puzzled when instructed to lower his pants and lie on the operating table, yet complied with the request.
The doctors administered anaesthetic to Mr. Wang, who was unaware of any haemorrhoids, and proceeded with the removal process.
Meanwhile, his wife successfully delivered a healthy baby via caesarean section; however, the new father felt frustrated that he could not assist with their newborn due to being on the operating table.
The hospital clarified that Mr. Wang had been confused with another patient and has offered him approximately $1000 in compensation. His family is seeking legal advice and may pursue a lawsuit.
