Finding aid Identity area
Reference code
LD/3/3/8/30
Title
Isaacs Report: The Investigation of Events that Followed the Death of Cyril Mark Isaacs
Date(s)
- 12 May 2003 (Creation)
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Extent and medium
1 item, paper.
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Scope and content
Report by HM Inspector of Anatomy Dr Jeremy Metters investigating the removal and retention of Cyril Mark Isaac's organs during an autopsy on 27 February 1987 at Prestwich Hospital Mortuary without his families knowledge or consent. Reviews what happened in this case, other similar removals, and the clinical, legislative, religious and ethical context it took place in. Also made conclusions and recommendations to the Secretary of State for Health.
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Accruals
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Open.