India to investigate 'womb removal' insurance scam

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The Indian state of Chhattisgarh is investigating reports that thousands of women had unnecessary hysterectomies so that hospitals could make insurance claims, the BBC reported yesterday.

The operations were carried out under a national insurance scheme whereby private hospitals claim for treating patients who cannot afford expensive procedures.

Officials estimate that more than 2,000

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