Demographics
2y, male
Date of death
2021-02-21
Finding date
2022-09-20
Cause of death
unexplained sudden death
AI-generated summary
A previously healthy 2-month-old infant died unexpectedly during sleep. Post-mortem examination revealed aspiration of gastric contents with early aspiration pneumonia, rhinovirus infection, and trace amounts of fluoxetine metabolite (from maternal breastfeeding). The coroner found no strong evidence that maternal fluoxetine use was a contributory risk factor, noting expert consensus supports continuing this antidepressant during lactation when maternal mental health is stable. Parents had implemented all recommended safe-sleep practices. The death was classified as unexplained sudden infant death with multiple possible contributors but no preventable factors identified.
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