Analysis of Medical Vandalism in Nepal

Incidence of Health care violence in Nepal


Calculated incidence of Health care violence:
per 1000 health facilities per year

  • 6130 health facilities as per DOHS 2078/79

  • Incidents recorded from 2006 onwards (17 years)
  • Commonest issues leading to Vandalism


    1. Surgical complication related issues
    2. Pregnancy related issues
    3. Perceived medication related issues
    4. Covid related issues
    5. Perceived delay in referral or treatment

    Incidents recorded by Year

    • 2023
      37
      • November
        7