Finding into death of Kelly Frith
Deceased
Kelly Frith
Demographics
48y, female
Date of death
2023-09-04
Finding date
2024-10-29
Cause of death
Aspiration pneumonitis in the setting of central nervous system vasculitis
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Kelly Frith, a 48-year-old NDIS participant with acquired brain injury and acute haemorrhagic leukoencephalitis, died from aspiration pneumonitis complicated by CNS vasculitis. She presented with nasal congestion and cough in July 2023, attended GP multiple times with medication adjustments, but her condition did not improve. On 4 September 2023, a support worker found her with laboured breathing and contacted emergency services. She died shortly after hospital admission. The coroner found no evidence of clinical mismanagement by either the supported independent living provider or hospital staff. Her death was from natural causes. The case highlights the vulnerability of NDIS participants in disability accommodation and the need for vigilant symptom monitoring in this cohort.
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Contributing factors
- acute haemorrhagic leukoencephalitis
- central nervous system vasculitis
- pre-existing acquired brain injury
- prolonged upper respiratory tract symptoms
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