During the trial on the death of Diego Armando Maradona, the forensic police experts ruled out the presence of alcohol or drugs in the former champion's body, confirming instead an advanced stage of liver cirrhosis.
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Autopsy results
Alejandro Vega, Silvana De Piero and Ezequiel Ventosi, specialists in toxicology and histopathology, testified before the judges of the Court of San Isidro, revealing the results of the autopsy.
In particular, Vega highlighted that the heart of Maradona It was larger than normal (503 grams versus an average of 250-300 for a 60-year-old man) and had fluid inside it, as well as signs of long-standing ischemia.
Poor health conditions
Tests also revealed impaired kidney function and swelling in the brain, heart and lungs. “There were organs that had been damaged for a long time and her body did not have the capacity to eliminate excess fluids,” Vega said, supporting the prosecution’s claim of medical negligence.
Absence of drugs and alcohol, presence of psychotropic drugs
Blood and urine tests excluded the presence of drugs (cocaine, marijuana, ecstasy and amphetamines) and alcohol, but detected traces of various psychotropic drugs.
Expected Testimonies
Testimonies from the sisters of are expected tomorrow. Maradona, Ana, Rita and Claudia, and of the ex-partner Veronica Ojeda, mother of Diego Fernando.
Article published on 2 April 2025 - 13:28
The article talks about Maradona's death and the autopsy results, but I don't really understand why there were so many problems with his health. It's sad to know that he had cirrhosis and kidney problems, I expect more clarification.