Children who had hip surgery through Children’s Health Ireland are being offered follow-up checks following a recommendation in a draft audit.
The study says more than 500 children underwent hip surgery at Temple Street and the National Orthopaedic Hospital at Cappagh – with the majority unwarranted.
During Leaders Questions – Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe said the State understands the stress this has caused to parents and children affected.
Donegal Deputy Pearse Doherty says the figures are unacceptable:
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