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Wirral Hospital Opens External Review After 14-Year-Old’s Sudden Death

The investigation will focus on why Robert Green was sent home without an X-ray after reporting persistent chest pains

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Overview

  • The review examines Arrowe Park Hospital’s handling of Robert’s symptoms on July 15, when doctors diagnosed a muscle injury without ordering imaging
  • Medical reports identify bilateral pneumothorax as the suspected cause of death, though the condition’s origin remains unclear
  • Robert collapsed at home hours after discharge on July 16 before dying in hospital
  • Family and community members have planned a purple-themed funeral service with a biker escort at Landican Cemetery on August 22
  • A GoFundMe campaign launched by family friend Alan Norris has raised nearly £7,000 toward funeral expenses