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Is the death of a patient considered accidental killing due to the on-call doctor failing to inform the specialist of the case, even though the patient suffered from a terminal illness and their condition had been diagnosed, and they later died with a diagnosis different from the initial one?

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Previous fatwas have clarified cases of medical error and their rulings. As for this specific case, it is up to the specialists, after investigation, to determine if there was negligence or dereliction of duty, and if the doctor had an acceptable excuse or a valid interpretation. Based on this, sinfulness and liability are determined.

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