BOY TO WHOM A DAMAGED HEART WAS TRANSPLANTED HAS DIED: The inconsolable mother's words tear the soul
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed her condolences to the family
TL;DR
- Two-year-old Domenico, who received a damaged heart transplant in December, died in Naples.
- The donated heart was allegedly damaged during transport from dry ice contact and inadequate packaging.
- Doctors determined a second transplant had negligible chances of success.
- The family plans to establish a foundation in Domenico's name to help children awaiting transplants and victims of medical errors.
- Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and the Health Minister expressed condolences and called for a thorough investigation.
- Six doctors are under formal investigation following the incident.