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Claim Text: She has accused Selby General Hospital of negligence.
Simplified Text: Sharon Jacks accused Selby General Hospital of negligence.
Confidence Score: 1.000
Claim Maker: The author
Context Type: News Article
Subject Tags: Legal Medical
UUID: fc7e44c5-3057-40a3-9d72-5e164b93f9cd
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Created: October 1, 2026 at 3:00 AM (1 week ago)
Last Updated: October 1, 2026 at 3:00 AM (1 week ago)

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Ohio Woman Sues Hospital After Wrong Leg Is Amputated

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https://nytimes.com/2026/09/29/us/amputee-wrong-leg-lawsuit-ohio.html

A 74-year-old Ohio woman is suing a hospital and doctors for negligence after her left leg was amputated instead of her right. She later underwent a second surgery to remove the correct leg, becoming a double amputee.

Medical Malpractice Amputation Lawsuit Hospital Negligence Patient Safety Ohio

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