A 19-year-old woman in Dagestan suffered a life-threatening event after receiving an intravenous infusion of ozonated saline. The incident was reported by the press office of the Republic Investigation Committee, Investigation Department.
The episode occurred on March 22 in a private medical laboratory located in Buynaksk. The young patient’s condition deteriorated soon after a physical therapy session and she was admitted to the central hospital for urgent care.
Medical teams determined that she had experienced clinical death, but resuscitation efforts were successful and she was revived. In connection with the case, investigators opened a criminal proceeding under a provision addressing the provision of services that fail to meet safety standards and that endanger life and health, resulting in severe bodily harm through negligence.
There were earlier reports noting another matter connected to medical intervention, involving a case in Saratov and a five-year-old girl. The details of that report were not verified at the time of the briefing, but it was mentioned in preliminary communication from officials.
Authorities emphasized the importance of patient safety and the need for rigorous oversight of medical procedures performed in private facilities. They indicated that the inquiry will examine the sequence of actions taken by medical staff, the administration of ozonated saline, and the adherence to established safety protocols. The case remains under active investigation by the appropriate departments, with outcomes that could lead to changes in practice or policy to prevent similar emergencies in the future.
As more information becomes available, official sources will provide updates on the status of the patient, the findings of the inquiry, and any regulatory steps taken in response to the incident. The public is urged to rely on formal announcements from the investigators for accurate details about the case and its progress, and to remain attentive to subsequent safety guidance issued to medical facilities offering ozone-based therapies or similar interventions.