Me patient in Exeter

An inquest into the death of Maeve Boothby-O’Neill, a 27-year-old woman suffering from myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), revealed the challenges faced during her treatment at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital. Despite multiple admissions for malnutrition in 2021, including three hospital stays, doctors expressed that they did their utmost to provide care while respecting Maeve's wishes to return home. Dr. Ovishek Roy noted that all involved attempted to 'get the basics right' and remained engaged despite the lack of a formal obligation, emphasizing the emotional toll of her case. During her final admission, a nasogastric tube for feeding was removed due to complications, and further interventions were deemed unsafe. Dr. Roy reassured Maeve's father that every possible effort was made to save her life. The inquest is ongoing and aims to address the circumstances surrounding her tragic death.