A serious incident at Attikon University Hospital in Athens has prompted an official administrative investigation following a medication error that caused a 22-year-old patient to suffer an allergic reaction.
The episode occurred on the evening of Sunday, October 5, at the hospital’s short-stay unit. Two nurses, aged 48 and 55, administered an antibiotic to the patient that she was not supposed to receive, triggering a severe allergic reaction.
Immediate Response and Legal Steps
Police initially arrested the two nurses on charges of causing bodily harm through negligence, but they were released by order of the prosecutor. Authorities continue to investigate the exact circumstances of the incident, including whether the nurses were aware of the patient’s allergy or had been informed of it.
The patient’s father has filed a formal complaint, and a forensic medical examination has been ordered to assess her health status.
Hospital Statement
In a statement, Attikon Hospital said: “On Sunday, October 5, 2025, around 21:00, medication was administered to a patient without medical indication, causing an allergic reaction. The reaction was immediately treated successfully, with no lasting impact on the patient’s health. The hospital administration has ordered an official administrative inquiry (EDE) to investigate the circumstances of this incident.”
This incident comes just days after the death of a 28-year-old pregnant woman in Arta, who also suffered an anaphylactic reaction due to a prescribed antibiotic. The recent events have raised concerns about medication safety and hospital protocols in Greece.
