Trust failed to give proper aftercare to patient following angiogram
The Belfast Trust did not provide appropriate reassurance to an elderly patient when she suffered pain and discomfort after her coronary angiogram.
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We asked the Trust to apologise to the patient.
We also reminded it of the importance of explaining extravasation (the leaking of fluid or medication into extravascular tissue) to patients and providing them with reassurance if this occurs.
| Category | Health & Social Care
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| Organisation | Belfast Health and Social Care Trust
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| Decision | Upheld
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202400242
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