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Family Sues Bridgeport Hospital Over Dental Student's Death

4/7/2026

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The family of Conor Hylton filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Bridgeport Hospital.
Hylton was a 26-year-old University of Connecticut dental student admitted in August 2024.
He was diagnosed with alcohol-induced pancreatitis and classified as high risk but received inadequate care.
Bridgeport Hospital has acknowledged the lawsuit but cannot comment due to pending litigation.

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Story summary

The family of Conor Hylton filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Bridgeport Hospital.
Hylton was a 26-year-old University of Connecticut dental student admitted in August 2024.
He was diagnosed with alcohol-induced pancreatitis and classified as high risk but received inadequate care.
Bridgeport Hospital has acknowledged the lawsuit but cannot comment due to pending litigation.