Overview

• Sophia Smith, born with breathing difficulties and a potential heart issue, died at 11 days old after contracting an infection at the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow.
• The infection, identified as PVL-MSSA, developed into sepsis and caused a pulmonary hemorrhage, ultimately leading to her death in April 2017.
• Sophia's parents, Theresa and Matthew Smith, have criticized the hospital's hygiene practices and questioned why her infection was not detected earlier despite one-on-one neonatal care.
• The inquiry revealed irregularities in infection testing, with Sophia not being swabbed for infections for nine days after her initial test upon arrival in the neonatal unit.
• Hospital staff and inspectors have faced scrutiny over infection control protocols, while Sophia's parents continue seeking answers about the circumstances of her death.