Karen Ravenscroft
23 May 2016 · Coroner Michael Singleton · Blackburn, Hyndburn and Ribble Valley
The coroner's concerns
1. lack of VTE prophylaxis
“During the course of the Inquest the evidence revealed matters giving arise to concern. In my opinion there is a risk that further deaths will occur unless action is taken. In the circumstances it is my duty to report to you - 1. The initial venous thromboembolism risk assessment done during the admission as per the Trust's VTE Guidelines stated that Mrs [name redacted] was at_high risk for VTE with no bleeding risk and no contra-indication for Department”
Responses
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