uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Death certification

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A 72-year-old man dies suddenly on the surgical ward 36 hours after an emergency laparotomy for bowel obstruction. You were not directly involved in his care. The notes show no clear cause of death and he had not been seen alive by any doctor in the last 24 hours. What is the most appropriate action regarding the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD)?

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