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Investigation Report 200503520

  • Report no:
    200503520
  • Date:
    February 2007
  • Body:
    Tayside NHS Board
  • Sector:
    Health

Overview

The complainant raised concerns on behalf of his 72-year-old mother about her discharge from hospital and her condition at discharge, which he felt was worse than when she was admitted.  She died at home a few days later.

Specific complaint and conclusion

The complaint which has been investigated is the decision to discharge (not upheld).

Redress and recommendation

The Ombudsman has no recommendation.

Updated: December 11, 2018