Overview

• In January 2021, Anna Gumirato had a scalp mole removed at a private clinic in Treviso province.
• A Milanese laboratory initially diagnosed carcinoma sebaceo before a second review at Ulss2 Marca Trevigiana identified a benign tricoblastoma.
• After failed out-of-court negotiations, Gumirato sued both private clinics for moral damages.
• On June 18, 2025, the Tribunale di Treviso held the clinics jointly liable and ordered several thousand euros in compensation.
• Legal experts say the verdict underscores patients’ right to emotional protection and may drive stricter diagnostic standards.