Grandfather, 85, suffered for two years before fatal medical mistake was discovered by doctors
An 85-year-old dementia patient, James Giles, experienced severe neglect at Northampton General Hospital when a broken catheter inside him went unnoticed for nearly three years, causing infections, weight loss, and ultimately sepsis. His family, demanding accountability, believes the oversight significantly contributed to his decline despite multiple indicators. A formal inquest is scheduled for August 2025.
An 85-year-old dementia patient, James Giles, experienced severe neglect at Northampton General Hospital when a broken catheter inside him went unnoticed for nearly three years, causing infections, weight loss, and ultimately sepsis. His family, demanding accountability, believes the oversight significantly contributed to his decline despite multiple indicators. A formal inquest is scheduled for August 2025.
