Deceased
Brenton Leslie Dutschke
Demographics
72y, male
Date of death
2015-04-04
Finding date
2020-12-18
Cause of death
ischaemic heart disease on a background of end-stage renal failure and frontotemporal dementia
AI-generated summary
Brenton Dutschke, aged 72, died of ischaemic heart disease on a background of end-stage renal failure and frontotemporal dementia while on a Level 3 Inpatient Treatment Order at Oakden Mental Health's Makk House. He had complex medical needs including diabetes, hypertension, atrial fibrillation, and required haemodialysis. His dementia caused executive dysfunction, impulsivity, and aggressive behaviour that prevented mainstream nursing home placement and community care. He was transferred to Makk House in October 2014 after failed home-based support due to aggression toward care staff. He was commenced on intramuscular long-acting antipsychotics for medication non-compliance. On 4 April 2015, after routine dialysis reviews, he was found deceased at midday. Police investigation found no suspicious circumstances. The coroner found the ITO was valid and appropriate, with no deficiencies identified in care provided.
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