Italian doctors investigated over death of two-month-old baby in Benevento hospital
A 20-day investigation has been launched into the deaths at a local facility after an infant with breathing difficulties was discharged, only to die later despite having undergone multiple admissions there; authorities have seized her medical records for examination while formally questioning two physicians involved during this period of care in Benevento on March 19 and continuing through early morning hours.
Key Points
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1A two-month-old infant died in a hospital and was later discharged from the Monaldi Hospital.
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2An investigation has been opened following reports of respiratory problems affecting the baby before her death. Two doctors are currently under inquiry, while medical records have also been seized by authorities.
Developments
Perspectives
A two-month-old infant died in a hospital bed at Benevento after suffering from respiratory problems; the case has triggered an investigation into medical negligence.
— [Mar 20, 19:34] Neonata morta in ospedale a Benevento (Ansa.it)Two doctors are under official inquiry following reports of malpractice that led to the death of two-month-old neonate at Benevento hospital; they were reportedly seen by parents as having failed their duty.
— [Mar 20, 17:34] Neonata morta in ospedale a Benevento (Notizie.virgilio.it)'The baby was alive and well when she left the Monaldi Hospital', says her father; authorities have seized medical records to investigate potential negligence.
— [Mar 20, 17:34] Neonata di due mesi muore a Benevento (Siftrss)'The baby was alive and well when she left the Monaldi Hospital', says her father; authorities have seized medical records to investigate potential negligence.
— [Mar 20, 17:34] Neonata di due mesi muore a Benevento (Siftrss)'The baby was alive and well when she left the Monaldi Hospital', says her father; authorities have seized medical records to investigate potential negligence.
— [Mar 20, 17:34] Neonata di due mesi muore a Benevento (Siftrss)