The BC Coroners Service has released its report into the death of 16-year-old Courtenay resident Sara Manitoski, who died last year while camping on Hornby Island.
Coroner Courtney Cote has concluded that Manitoski died of toxic shock syndrome (TSS).
The toxicology exam completed was negative for alcohol, prescription and illicit drugs.
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She retired to her shared cabin at approximately 9:50 p.m.
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The original examination found increased skin redness on the neck, upper arms, upper chest, lower abdomen and medial thighs.
Tests completed on a tampon found in place identified the presence of staphylococcus aureus. Both findings are consistent with toxic shock syndrome.
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