13.04.2026 13:40
The indictment regarding the dialysis disaster that affected 33 patients at Burdur State Hospital has been completed. Expert reports revealed that patients were given antifreeze water from the boiler room during dialysis. While 2 people lost their lives in the incident, it was stated that system malfunctions and negligence were influential. A case has been filed against 3 suspects for "causing death by negligence" and "causing injury by negligence."
The indictment prepared regarding the incident at Burdur State Hospital, where 33 patients fell ill and 2 people lost their lives, has been completed. Expert reports revealed that antifreeze water entered the patients' bodies during dialysis.
THEY COLLAPSED AFTER DIALYSIS
On May 25, 2024, patients undergoing dialysis returned to the hospital with complaints such as dizziness, nausea, and confusion. As a result, 33 patients were transferred to hospitals in different provinces.
2 PEOPLE LOST THEIR LIVES
Among the transferred patients, Mustafa Demir (70) and Saniye Aksöz (88) passed away. Many individuals have been processed in the investigation initiated after the incident.
ANTIFREEZE WATER DETAIL IN THE REPORT
The expert report indicated that the water given to patients during dialysis was mixed with antifreeze coming from the boiler room. It was stated that the incident occurred due to a malfunction in the system, an open valve, and a lack of intervention.
REQUEST FOR TRIAL FOR 3 SUSPECTS
The prosecution requested the filing of charges against the electrical technician, technician, and mechanical engineer involved in the project for "causing death by negligence" and "causing injury by negligence." The indictment was accepted by the court.
NO CONNECTION FOUND FOR SOME DEATHS
While forensic reports indicated that no direct link could be established between some deaths and the incident, a decision was made that there was no need for further investigation regarding these individuals.