Coronial
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Millard, Allan Clive

Deceased

Allan Clive Millard

Demographics

63y, male

Date of death

2007-12-11

Finding date

2010-04-15

Cause of death

ischaemic heart disease due to coronary atherosclerosis

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A 63-year-old male prisoner died suddenly from ischaemic heart disease due to coronary atherosclerosis while serving a 4-month custodial sentence. The coroner found the death was natural, occurring while the prisoner was likely urinating and collapsed, striking his head on a shelf above the toilet. Medical examination on reception to two correctional facilities was appropriate and documented his significant smoking and alcohol history. Independent medical review confirmed adequate access to medical treatment and appropriate emergency response. The coroner found no basis for criticism of healthcare provided and made no preventative recommendations, recognizing the prisoner's stoic nature and the common presentation of sudden coronary death.

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Contributing factors

  • severe coronary atherosclerosis
  • heavy smoking history
  • heavy alcohol use
  • shortness of breath attributed to occupational exposure
  • hypertensive changes in blood vessels
  • cardiac fibrosis
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