Zachary Mumbo Mosoti v Aga Khan University Hospital Nairobi & 2 others [2021] KEHC 6046 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 6046
- Citation
- [2021] KEHC 6046 (KLR)
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TypeCivil SuitPostureAppeal DismissedCoramJ. K. SERGON
Holding
The suit is dismissed with costs to the defendants.
Facts
The plaintiff, Zachary Mumbo Mosoti, was admitted to the Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi on 10/1/2011 due to jerky movements, general body stiffness, and back pain. He was diagnosed with anxiety disorder and somatoform disorder by the defendants and treated with medication and therapy. His condition worsened, and he sought treatment in the United States, where he underwent a total hip replacement.
Issues
- liability of defendants for medical negligence
- quantum of damages
Reasoning
The court found the plaintiff's case against the defendants on liability to be without merit. On quantum, the court awarded Ksh. 2,000,000 in general damages and Ksh 5,000 and $ 3338.69 as special damages.
Outcome
Dismissed
Authorities cited
Cases cited (2)
- JOO & 2 Others v. Dr Praxedes P Maundu Okuyoti [2018] eKLR
- BS v. Jonardon Patel [2019] eKLR
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