Mrs A had been experiencing diarrhoea for a number of weeks. The practice had prescribed medication, requested a stool sample and offered referral for a colonoscopy (imaging of the bowel). Mrs A later died in hospital.
We sought independent medical advice. The adviser was satisfied the practice had provided a reasonable standard of care. We therefore did not uphold Ms C's complaint.
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