Overview

• On May 20 in Istanbul, five-year-old Layton Bainbridge underwent emergency surgery for a twisted intestine following severe abdominal pain and vomiting.
• Kay Bainbridge says her son’s treatment was withheld until she paid a large upfront cash sum, leaving her feeling intimidated by hospital staff.
• An insurer-ordered transfer to a private clinic in Alanya prompted suspicions that the initial operation may have been performed incorrectly.
• With no coverage for post-surgery accommodation or meals, the family launched a GoFundMe appeal that raised over €3,500 to fund their early return flight.
• Back in the UK, Layton is undergoing medical and psychological evaluations as he recovers from both the physical surgery and the trauma of his hospital experiences.