3rd December 2007
Study from York University suggests 90,000 deaths may result from NHS negligence  

According to a new study, up to 90,000 people may die as a result of hospital errors every year.  

One in ten patients are harmed whilst in hospital and as many as 20,000 die from blood clots alone.

These frightening statistics were the result of an in depth study by York University.   Other areas of concern included:   A surge in hospital acquired infections such as MRSA or CDifficile Complications arising during or after surgery Incorrect diagnoses Pressure ulcers following a sustained period in bed.

Drug or pharmacy complications Unplanned re-admissions   This comes at a time when may industry insiders are bemoaning the rise in medical negligence claims against the NHS. There is little doubt however that standards must be raised if this kind of bad press is to be avoided.

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