Finding into death of Narelle Marie Compton
Deceased
Narelle Marie Compton
Demographics
57y, female
Date of death
2025-05-30
Finding date
2025-12-11
Cause of death
Deterioration in setting of advanced dementia on a background of down syndrome
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A 57-year-old woman with Down syndrome and advanced Alzheimer's dementia died from natural causes following a period of functional decline. She was residing in a Specialist Disability Accommodation facility and receiving supported independent living services. In May 2025, she developed drowsiness, low blood pressure, and was admitted to hospital where she received palliative care until her death. The coroner found no deficiency in clinical management by either the disability support provider or Eastern Health staff. This case highlights the natural progression of advanced dementia in individuals with Down syndrome and the importance of appropriate end-of-life care planning in vulnerable populations.
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Contributing factors
- advanced Alzheimer's dementia
- Down syndrome
- functional decline over seven months preceding death
- marked cerebral atrophy
- hydrocephalus
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