Deceased
Denis Ives
Demographics
78y, male
Coroner
Decision ofDeputy State Coroner Pearce
Date of death
2022-02-16
Finding date
2024-09-19
Cause of death
COVID-19 pneumonitis on a background of ANCA nephropathy, hypertension, and diabetes mellitus (type 1)
AI-generated summary
Denis Ives, a 78-year-old man with type 1 diabetes, chronic kidney disease stage 4, ANCA nephropathy and hypertension, died of COVID-19 pneumonitis while in custody at Long Bay Correctional Centre. He tested positive for COVID-19 on 27 January 2022 and was monitored with appropriate protocols. On 7 February 2022, after falls with head injury and confusion, he was transferred to Prince of Wales Hospital. His condition deteriorated with pneumonitis and renal dysfunction despite oxygen support. A palliative care approach was adopted in accordance with his wishes against mechanical ventilation. The inquest found no care and treatment concerns; Mr Ives was appropriately classified, regularly monitored, properly vaccinated, and his medical conditions were managed appropriately throughout his custody.
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