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China hospital calls in manicurist to remove woman’s fake nails before emergency treatment

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Fran LuMarch 5, 2026 at 02:00 AM
China hospital calls in manicurist to remove woman’s fake nails before emergency treatment
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A 28-year-old woman in Hunan province, China, experienced a heart attack on February 5th and required emergency treatment at the People’s Hospital of Hunan Province. Medical staff encountered a problem when attempting to use a fingertip pulse oximeter to monitor her oxygen saturation. Her thick, artificial gel nails obstructed the device's infrared light, preventing accurate readings. The medical team was initially unable to remove the nails themselves. Ultimately, a manicurist was called in to remove the fake nails, allowing the woman to receive the necessary treatment. The incident has sparked discussion on Chinese social media about the potential risks associated with manicures in emergency medical situations.

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Hunan province 60% Lili ×270% People's Hospital of Hunan Province 70% China ×280%

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