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Doctors Charged After Woman's Botched Abortion Leads to Amputation

2/18/2025

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Priscilla Dray, 36, endured a harrowing journey after a botched abortion in 2011 left her fighting for her life, ultimately leading to septic shock and the loss of all four limbs. Despite clear signs of infection, she claims doctors denied her vital antibiotics. Now, two doctors are facing negligence charges, and the hospital has been fined €300,000 for its catastrophic failures.

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Priscilla Dray, 36, endured a harrowing journey after a botched abortion in 2011 left her fighting for her life, ultimately leading to septic shock and the loss of all four limbs. Despite clear signs of infection, she claims doctors denied her vital antibiotics. Now, two doctors are facing negligence charges, and the hospital has been fined €300,000 for its catastrophic failures.