Surgery held up due to theatre works

UP to 30 women have had surgery for gynaecological problems postponed to facilitate theatre repairs in the National Maternity Hospital.

Emergency and scheduled gynaecology procedures will not take place for three weeks at Holles Street from July 5 to allow the replacement of a sub-standard ventilation system.

A 24-bed gynaecological ward will close at the same time, but will remain closed for five weeks to accommodate a facelift.