Hospital Apologizes After Patient Death | Belfast News

A tragic death at University Hospital Galway has sparked a formal apology and a landmark legal victory for Henrique Coelho’s family. The 26-year-old collapsed and died after being discharged from ER with unaddressed symptoms — including calf swelling and an abnormal ECG — that later proved to be signs of a fatal pulmonary embolism. The hospital admitted failures in care, and the family won the maximum €35,000 compensation under Ireland’s Civil Liability Act, with his mother and ex-wife receiving €20,000 and €15,000 respectively. The case underscores the critical need for vigilance in recognizing life-threatening conditions like DVT. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b3d9bc81bd5b620a