Concerns at Nottinghamshire hospital after baby's sepsis death

The parents of a baby who died from sepsis said their son deserved a "fighting chance" after concerns were raised over his care in hospital.

Ten-week-old Tommy Gillman was admitted to King's Mill hospital on 7 December 2022 but died the next day.

Tommy Gillman, from Coddington, Nottinghamshire, was "extremely unwell" with what proved to be Salmonella Brandenburg meningitis when admitted to the Sutton-in-Ashfield hospital at 12:35 GMT.

His assessment was delayed, and then the severity of his condition missed, meaning correct treatment with antibiotics and fluids did not start until 17:00.

A coroner's report identified a lack of experienced paediatric nurses and confusion in handovers between staff.

"I am not reassured that necessary actions to address these serious issues identified are in place," the coroner said.

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust said it welcomed the review and a "rapid" programme of improvements was being worked on.

Tamzin Myers and Charlie Gillman said their son deserved "a fighting chance" by getting prompt treatment

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Source: BBC News, 17 April 2024