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- In Karachi, a woman said to be nine months pregnant underwent a C-section, but surgeons found no baby in her womb despite ultrasound reports confirming a pregnancy.
- Police investigation revealed that the woman had obtained fabricated ultrasound reports.
- The case has raised serious questions about pregnancy testing and pre-delivery medical procedures at hospitals.
- Experts say checks like the baby's heartbeat and position are essential before delivery and were apparently not done in this case.
What to watch next
- Outcome of the police investigation into the fabricated ultrasound reports
- Whether any action is taken against those who made the fake reports
- Whether hospitals tighten verification of pregnancy tests before surgery
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