Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 October 2019
362. Deputy Mattie McGrath asked the Minister for Health the status of the inquiry into the death of an unborn child at the National Maternity Hospital, Holles Street, following a misdiagnosis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43301/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the House will be aware, a termination took place at the National Maternity Hospital in March of this year on the grounds that a condition incompatible with life was present. The couple involved have requested a review of their case.
My overriding concern as Minister for Health is for the couple involved and ensuring their questions are appropriately answered. I support an independent and external review into this case. I have been advised that the National Maternity Hospital has commissioned a review of this case. I have also met with the family to hear directly of their experiences.
