Grandfather Dies After UK Hospital Allegedly Pumps Detergent Into Lungs Instead of Saline: Reports

Grandfather Dies After UK Hospital Allegedly Pumps Detergent Into Lungs Instead of Saline: Reports
William Hannah, 68, of Bolton, England, died after the botched procedure at Salford Royal Hospital, the BBC reported on Nov. 27. Google Street View
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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A U.K. grandfather is dead after a hospital allegedly pumped cleaning detergent into his lungs instead of saline, in what has been described as an “appalling” error.

William Hannah, 68, of Bolton, England, died after the botched procedure at Salford Royal Hospital, the BBC reported on Nov. 27, citing family members.
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Jack Phillips
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