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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Ryan McDougall

Inquiry launched after man dies with severe leg ulcers

A nurse changes the dressings on the legs of a pensioner to treat her leg ulcers during a home visit (Photo by DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS/AFP via Getty Images) - (AFP via Getty Images)

An inquiry is set to be held into the death of a man who developed complications with severe leg ulcers. David Ainsworth, 59, died on 22 January 2020 in Hairmyres Hospital, East Kilbride, after concerns were raised by a home carer.

Mr Ainsworth, of Hamilton, was taken to the hospital on January 20, where his condition deteriorated and he died.

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