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System Failure After Knee Surgery | Auckland News
A man died after routine knee surgery when a fatal blood clot went undetected and untreated — sparking outrage over systemic failures at Health New Zealand. Despite two emergency visits and a confirmed DVT, his care lacked senior oversight, proper documentation, and a critical safety check. The coroner ruled his death a pulmonary embolism, and the Health and Disability Commissioner found the system breached consumer rights. Though no one can say for sure if a senior review would have saved him, the lack of accountability and protocol has forced sweeping reforms. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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