In 2023, Great Ormond Street Hospital experienced a power cut during a spinal operation, leading surgeons to stop the procedure and close the wound under mobile phone light. A Care Quality Commission inspection revealed recurrent maintenance issues in operating theatres that delayed or canceled procedures. The hospital acknowledged these concerns, noting they followed a series of intermittent power outages due to a design fault in the electrical system. Inspectors reported ongoing issues with equipment safety and the condition of operating theatres despite corrective actions taken by the trust.
A power cut forced surgeons at Great Ormond Street Hospital to halt a spinal operation and close the wound under mobile phone torch light, revealing maintenance issues affecting patient safety.
The Care Quality Commission found "recurrent theatre maintenance failures" which were impacting patient safety and access to timely care, highlighting ongoing issues with the hospital's electrical system.
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