NHS Trust Investigates Care of Toddler With Glanzmann Thrombasthenia

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust confirmed it was investigating a complaint about the care of Luna-Belle Stacey, a three-year-old with Glanzmann thrombasthenia. Her mother, Charley Wilson, told KentOnline that staff at Darent Valley Hospital said Luna-Belle had received too much tranexamic acid while being treated for bleeding from a cut inside her mouth.

What Happened at Darent Valley Hospital?

Luna-Belle cut the inside of her mouth while playing with her brother on October 23, 2026. Wilson said she was unable to access her daughter’s port to give medication at home, so she took Luna-Belle to the hospital. Luna-Belle stayed overnight and received tranexamic acid the following day.

Wilson told KentOnline that her daughter received 1,000 mg in one dose instead of the three separate 300 mg doses she said were planned for that day. Wilson filed a formal complaint and said the experience left her worried about bringing Luna-Belle back for emergency care.

What Did the NHS Trust Say?

The trust confirmed to KentOnline that it had received the complaint and was investigating. It said senior clinical staff had contacted Wilson, offered to meet with her, and would share the findings. KentOnline’s November 8 report did not include any findings from the investigation.

What is Glanzmann Thrombasthenia?

Glanzmann Thrombasthenia is a rare inherited bleeding disorder. Platelets do not stick together properly, so the body may have a harder time stopping bleeding. Luna-Belle was diagnosed at five months old after a small puncture wound continued to bleed following a vaccination.

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