New testimony emerges in Diego Maradona medical negligence trial

The ongoing trial regarding the death of football legend Diego Maradona, who passed away in November 2020, has entered a critical phase. During recent proceedings against seven healthcare professionals accused of fatal negligence, nephrologist Dr. Hernan Trimarchi testified that monitoring Maradona's kidney function and weight should have served as early warning signs of his deteriorating health. He highlighted that post-mortem examinations revealed damaged, abnormally large kidneys, which he linked to a history of obesity, hypertension, and cocaine use.

Legal proceedings were further complicated by reports that essential medical documentation is missing. A key witness informed the court that no blood samples were found in the official medical files, raising serious concerns regarding the integrity of the investigation. Experts emphasized that, given his condition of glomerulosclerosis, daily medical evaluations and blood tests were strictly necessary to manage his condition. The court continues to examine whether these lapses in care, including the absence of proper clinical data, constitute criminal medical negligence. The trial remains focused on determining the accountability of the medical team assigned to the football icon in the days leading up to his death.