An autopsy conducted for Gene Hackman's wife, Betsy Arakawa, revealed her death was caused by hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, characterized by fluid accumulation in her chest. The New Mexico Department of Health confirmed the disease's transmission from rodents. Gene Hackman's autopsy showed he had a history of congestive heart failure and significant cardiovascular disease. He also displayed signs of advanced Alzheimer's, with various complex health issues including a prior heart surgery. Despite serious health problems, Hackman's toxicology report showed normal levels of substances like carbon monoxide.
The autopsy for Betsy Arakawa revealed that she died from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, having fluid in her chest and mild heart vessel hardening.
Gene Hackman’s autopsy disclosed 'severe atherosclerotic and hypertensive cardiovascular disease', alongside signs consistent with advanced Alzheimer's disease.
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