Make-up of HSE clinical review team dogged by controversy

Considering the contentious nature of the case, it is perhaps unsurprising that even the make-up of the HSE “clinical review” into Savita Halappanavar’s death has repeatedly been dogged by controversy.

From questions over the review chairman’s background to the removal of half of the team due to claims of potential bias, the 108-page report has faced hurdles even outside uncovering the facts of the case.

The inquiry was chaired by Prof Sabaratnam Arulkumaran who has a stellar background in obstetrics and gynaecology.