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13/02/2013
Draft Report Shows Savita's Infection Was Undiagnosed For Three Days
The infection that contributed to the death of Savita Halappanavar went undetected for 3 days at Galway University Hospital, according to a draft report into her death.
The report, which has been seen by the Evening Herald, also shows that staff should have considered a termination days before her death.
The report also showed a lack of clarity among staff who were responsible for acting on blood tests.
The Health Minister James Reilly said he had not yet received the report and he expected it to be complete in the next 10 days.
(CD/GK)
The report, which has been seen by the Evening Herald, also shows that staff should have considered a termination days before her death.
The report also showed a lack of clarity among staff who were responsible for acting on blood tests.
The Health Minister James Reilly said he had not yet received the report and he expected it to be complete in the next 10 days.
(CD/GK)
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