Overview

• Seven medical professionals are on trial in San Isidro, charged with involuntary homicide in Diego Maradona’s 2020 death, facing potential sentences of 8–25 years.
• Dr. Villarejo testified that Maradona’s head surgery was unnecessary and performed without preliminary examinations, raising questions about medical decision-making.
• Maradona was sedated for over 24 hours by Drs. Luque and Cosachov to prepare for detoxification, despite significant health risks, according to Villarejo.
• The ICU environment was described as chaotic, with up to nine unauthorized individuals present, bringing items ranging from medications to hamburgers.
• External specialists sent by Maradona’s daughters were reportedly barred from assessing his condition, while his family’s preference for home care influenced his discharge decision.