Portiuncula University Hospital in Ballinasloe has reported a concerning increase in cases of hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), with six diagnoses in 2023 compared to none in 2022 and just one in 2021. This notable rise has alarmed healthcare officials and experts who are now calling for investigations into the hospital's practices and protocols. The situation raises critical questions about healthcare quality and safety for newborns in the region, emphasizing the need for immediate action to address this troubling trend.
In 2022, Portiuncula University Hospital recorded no cases of hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy, but in 2023 the number surged to six, raising significant concerns.
The rise in cases of hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy at Portiuncula University Hospital highlights a troubling trend that demands immediate attention from health officials and stakeholders.
The sharp increase from one diagnosis in 2021 to six in 2023 has prompted an investigation into the hospital's practices and the overall healthcare quality in the region.
Healthcare experts are alarmed by the spike in HIE cases at Portiuncula University Hospital, given its implications for infant health and the reputation of the institution.
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