There are two suspects in the investigation by the Rome prosecutor’s office for manslaughter in relation to the death of a 22-year-old girl, Margaret Spada, originally from Syracuse, who died during a rhinoplasty operation in an outpatient clinic in a medical center in the capital. This is the owner of the medical center and his son, both doctors. The girl, who died last November 7, according to what was reconstructed by Adnkronos, would have felt ill after the administration of local anesthesia in the facility where she had arrived with her boyfriend from Sicily. The young woman apparently identified the medical center after seeing an advert on social media. The file is entrusted to prosecutor Erminio Amelio who has delegated the investigations and acquisitions to the Nas carabinieri. In the structure, which does not have an external sign, no documents, medical records, informed consent or registration relating to the intervention were found. In the next few hours the prosecutor will entrust the task of carrying out the autopsy to the forensic medicine institute of the Tor Vergata polyclinic.
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«The family, the parents, the sister at this moment are surrounded by the affection of many people and are closed in a silence of pain that cannot be explained in words. They ask to know the circumstances and causes of their daughter’s death”, the words of the lawyer Alessandro Vinci, lawyer for Margaret Spada’s family. «The parents knew where their daughter had gone to have the operation and Margaret had entrusted herself to an Italian surgeon, she did not follow fashions or trends where one often goes in Eastern or North African countries. That structure was supposed to provide guarantees but it will be up to the investigation to ascertain this”, explained the lawyer.
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**Interview with Dr. Elena Rossi, Medical Ethics Expert**
**Editor**: Today, we’re discussing a tragic incident concerning the death of a 22-year-old woman, Margaret Spada, during a cosmetic surgery procedure in Rome. With us is Dr. Elena Rossi, a medical ethics expert. Thank you for joining us, Dr. Rossi.
**Dr. Rossi**: Thank you for having me.
**Editor**: Can you provide us with an overview of the situation involving Margaret Spada?
**Dr. Rossi**: Certainly. Margaret Spada was reportedly undergoing a rhinoplasty at an outpatient clinic in Rome when she suffered complications after receiving local anesthesia. Unfortunately, she passed away on November 7. The investigation has identified two suspects—the owner of the clinic and his son, who are both doctors. They may face manslaughter charges due to the circumstances surrounding her tragic death[[1](https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/prosecutors-open-manslaughter-investigation-sunken-superyacht-rcna168063)].
**Editor**: This incident raises significant questions about patient safety and clinic standards. What do we know about the clinic where the procedure took place?
**Dr. Rossi**: The clinic in question reportedly did not have any visible signage and was lacking essential documentation—there were no medical records or proof of informed consent found. This is quite concerning as it speaks to potential regulatory failures in oversight for outpatient surgical facilities[[1](https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/prosecutors-open-manslaughter-investigation-sunken-superyacht-rcna168063)].
**Editor**: Margaret arrived at this facility after finding it on social media. How does this highlight the risks involved in selecting medical providers today?
**Dr. Rossi**: It underscores a serious issue in medical marketing and the due diligence patients must engage in when choosing healthcare providers. Social media can be misleading, and it’s crucial for patients to verify the legitimacy and safety of a clinic before undergoing any procedures[[1](https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/prosecutors-open-manslaughter-investigation-sunken-superyacht-rcna168063)].
**Editor**: What steps might be necessary to prevent a similar tragedy in the future?
**Dr. Rossi**: Increased regulatory scrutiny of outpatient clinics is essential. This includes ensuring all medical practices have appropriate licensing, maintain transparent operations with visible signage, and adhere to rigorous protocols for patient safety and informed consent. Educational campaigns to inform potential patients about how to safely select providers could also be beneficial[[1](https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/prosecutors-open-manslaughter-investigation-sunken-superyacht-rcna168063)].
**Editor**: Thank you, Dr. Rossi, for your insights into this tragic incident. It’s a reminder of the importance of safety and diligence in medical care.
**Dr. Rossi**: Thank you for highlighting this critical issue. It’s a conversation we need to continue having.
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