Inquest into the death of JM
Deceased
JM
Demographics
61y, male
Date of death
2022-04-03
Finding date
2023-03-06
Cause of death
Complications of metastatic adenocarcinoma
AI-generated summary
JM, a 61-year-old man incarcerated at Long Bay Correctional Centre, died from complications of metastatic adenocarcinoma (stage 4 lung cancer with liver lesions). He was diagnosed in February 2022 after presenting to Wagga Wagga Base Hospital with hypotension, tachypnoea, weight loss, and pleural effusion. Following consultation with oncology and palliative care, he declined active treatment and was managed palliatively with a DNR order and Advanced Care Directive. The coroner found that diagnosis and treatment were conducted appropriately, his wishes were respected, and he received responsive nursing care when he activated cell alarms during his final hours. No clinical errors or preventable factors were identified. The case demonstrates appropriate end-of-life care and symptom management in a custodial setting.
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Clinical conditions
Procedures
Contributing factors
- stage 4 lung cancer with liver lesions
- malignant pleural effusion
- advanced metastatic disease
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