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Woman loses suit against Prudential after S$100,000 brain aneurysm surgery claim denied, says she plans to appeal
Summary by The Singapore Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Ilyda Chua , as published by Mothership
· September 4, 2026
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Key points A ruling stated that the insurance company's exclusion clause was not hidden. A claim for brain surgery costs was denied.
A claim for brain surgery costs was denied. The individual had purchased an early critical illness policy. Following a stroke from a ruptured aneurysm, surgery was performed. The procedure involved a minimally-invasive method to repair the damage.
The claim denial led to a lawsuit, which was lost. A ruling stated that the insurance company's exclusion clause was not hidden.
The person involved plans to appeal the decision, according to a response to queries. Further details about the case are available from the source.
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Published: September 4, 2026 ·
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