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custody_injury · 2025-Q1
A woman died from complications after a hip fracture caused by a fall at a private seniors' residence in Québec. The circumstances surrounding the death raise questions about clinical documentation and incident management at the residence.
custody_injury · 2024-Q3
A man with a major neurocognitive disorder and reduced mobility died from intracranial hemorrhages caused by multiple falls at a temporary relocation site in Saint-Raphaël. The coroner's investigation raised questions about the application of fall prevention measures during the change of living environment.
custody_death · 2024-Q4
A man with a history of heart failure and cardiovascular disease died of acute coronary syndrome in Quebec. The circumstances surrounding his death raised concerns about the tracing of medical results and follow-up of cardiology consultations.
custody_death · 2024-Q1
A man died from complications related to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in a residence in Lévis. The circumstances surrounding the death raise questions about the recognition of clinical signs of deterioration and the management of medical complications.
custody_injury · 2025-Q1
A woman died from medical complications after a hip fracture caused by a fall at a long-term care facility in Saint-Raphaël. The circumstances surrounding the death raise questions about the lack of medical evaluation within 24 hours of the fall and the determination of the level of care to be established by a doctor or specialized nurse practitioner.
custody_death · 2025-Q1
A woman died from an aortic dissection after being discharged from the emergency room with undiagnosed retrosternal pain. The coroner's report highlights issues with clinical vigilance and evaluation of atypical thoracic symptoms in the presence of underlying risk factors.
custody_death · 2025-Q3
A woman died by asphyxiation in a intermediate resource in Saint-Félicien, prompting recommendations for improved surveillance and management of residents at risk of suicide.
custody_death · 2023-Q3
A man died by self-inflicted injuries in a fire station in Lorrainville, due to psychological distress and physical exhaustion, exacerbated by professional and personal difficulties. Despite efforts to get help, the man was unable to access regular follow-up with a social worker and psychologist.
custody_death · 2025-Q2
A woman died from acute respiratory failure after surgery in Montréal due to a combination of health issues, including severe obesity, probable sleep apnea, and atherosclerotic coronary artery disease. The circumstances surrounding her death raise questions about perioperative surveillance, risk management for sleep apnea, and the adequacy of specialized clinic care protocols.
custody_death · 2024-Q4
A woman with a major neurocognitive disorder and complete loss of autonomy died by asphyxiation in a Joliette shelter. The circumstances surrounding her death raise questions about the frequency of surveillance and clinical documentation in the shelter.
custody_injury · 2024-Q3
A woman died from medical complications after a fall at her home in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, which led to a hip fracture, surgery, and subsequent development of post-operative delirium, treated with calmants, resulting in aspiration pneumonia and a prolonged cardiorespiratory arrest.
custody_injury · 2025-Q4
A woman with severe neurocognitive disorder and prolonged immobility died from complications of an advanced-stage pressure sore at a residence in Pointe-Claire.
custody_death · 2024-Q2
A newborn died from an intra-amniotic infection (chorioamnionite) at Châteauguay after the mother was admitted to the hospital with a known streptococcal B infection and prolonged labor. The coroner's office is recommending a review of the medical care provided.
custody_death · 2024-Q1
A woman with intellectual disability, cerebral hypoplasia, severe epilepsy, and hypertension died suddenly in Saguenay. The coroner's report raises questions about clinical surveillance of vulnerable individuals in intermediate resources after an epileptic episode.
vehicle_death · 2024-Q1
A man died from a severe head injury after a snowmobile accident in Hébertville-Station. He was driving at high speed at night with a blood alcohol level almost three times the legal limit.
custody_death · 2025-Q2
A man died of a malignant cardiac arrhythmia at Saguenay, with questions raised about the consistency of diagnostic follow-up and clinical management during his recent hospitalization.
vehicle_death · 2025-Q1
A man died after being ejected from a minivan that crashed on Highway 40 in Vaudreuil-Dorion. He was not wearing a seatbelt and the vehicle was traveling at excessive speed on a slippery road.
custody_injury · 2025-Q1
A person died from cerebral anoxia after a food choking incident at home in Quebec, raising questions about the adequate application of the prehospital protocol.
custody_death · 2025-Q4
A man died of sudden cardiac death a few hours after a medical consultation and taking analgesics at his home in La Corne. He had presented with liver cirrhosis, recent deterioration, and atherosclerotic coronary disease associated with a congenital myocardial bridge. The circumstances surrounding the death raise issues regarding clinical evaluation and emergency care.
custody_death · 2024-Q4
A man died from a polyintoxication involving methamphetamine, cocaine, and fluorofentanyl in Montreal. The circumstances surrounding the death raise concerns about overdose prevention.