The Latest Breaking News from Denise Howarth

20 women unnecessarily had breasts removed and others suffered serious harm

Of 539 cases reviewed by an NHS trust so far, 59 have resulted in moderate harm, 19 in severe harm and one patient has died.

Evening Standard · Sep 18

Twenty women had breasts removed unnecessarily during NHS cancer care

Patients among hundreds who suffered harm at County Durham and Darlington foundation trust’s breast unit

The Guardian - UK · Sep 18

NHS: 20 women had unnecessary mastectomies, while others suffered harm

Of 514 cases reviewed by a trust so far, 315 patients have been found to have suffered harm, including 77 who suffered significant harm.

Evening Standard · Sep 18