The urgent review into maternity care at the hospital has been prompted by concerning incidents involving infants. Over the past year, seven babies experienced significant brain injuries linked to oxygen deprivation, and two stillbirths occurred in 2023. In response, the HSE West and North West has established an external management team to oversee maternity and neonatal care, with independent reviews also being conducted. Findings from these investigations will be shared with families affected, highlighting the hospital's commitment to ensuring safety and quality in maternal healthcare.
The review into maternity care at PUH comes after multiple incidents, including seven infants with brain injuries due to oxygen supply issues and two stillbirths in 2023.
HSE West and North West has appointed an external management team to supervise all aspects of maternity and neonatal care at the hospital, ensuring quality and safety.
Ten independent reviews into the care for women and babies are currently underway, with findings to be shared with affected families once completed.
The hospital reported seven cases of hypoxic-ischaemic encephalopathy among infants, indicating serious concerns regarding the oxygen supply during labor and delivery.
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