Doctor Re-Arrested After Patient Dies During Varicose Vein Treatment

Rio de Janeiro Doctor Re-Arrested in Patient Death Investigation A doctor in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, has been re-arrested in connection with the death of a patient during a cosmetic procedure. Dr. Armando Marins, initially arrested and then released last week, was apprehended again in Teresópolis, a city in the mountainous region of Rio. The patient, Priscila Nascimento, a 42-year-old social worker, died after undergoing treatment for varicose veins at Marins' clinic. According to police investigations, the procedure was performed using expired and tampered-with medication, which allegedly caused a generalized infection leading to Nascimento's death. "The investigation suggests a clear violation of medical protocols and potentially criminal negligence," stated a police spokesperson, who requested anonymity. The video shows images of the arrest and confiscated medication. The clinic was found to be operating despite a court order to cease operations. The re-arrest of Dr. Marins highlights the ongoing investigation into the death of Ms. Nascimento and underscores the importance of medical safety regulations. The case serves as a reminder of the potential consequences of using expired or improperly handled medications.