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Medical Misadventure Verdict in Mayo Teen's Death

An inquest has recorded a verdict of medical misadventure in the death of a Mayo teenager who suffered fatal brain injuries after surgery to relieve fluid buildup, during which a pressure monitor provided "falsely reassuring" readings.

2 Apr, 17:28 — 2 Apr, 18:48
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