Great Ormond Street Hospital, treating 76,000 children annually, is facing significant infrastructure challenges, including power outages and water leaks. These problems have resulted in delayed and canceled operations affecting patient safety. Last year, six of its 15 operating theatres were closed for maintenance. A severe incident occurred during a spinal surgery in late 2023, where power failure compromised the procedure. The Care Quality Commission is reviewing cases involving an orthopaedic surgeon linked to unnecessary pain and failed surgeries, while hospital management claims that resolutions for infrastructure issues are being pursued.
The ongoing issues have led to delayed and cancelled operations that have affected patient safety and stopped children from receiving care in a timely manner.
In the worst incident, in late 2023, power failed halfway through a complex spinal cord surgery.
Staff informed inspectors that there had been repeated issues with maintenance in operating theatres.
A decision was taken to stop the surgery to ensure the safety of the patient.
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