Kerry woman who had ovary removed settles HSE case

A woman who had her ovary removed as a protective measure against cancer has settled her High Court action against the HSE over her care.

The High Court heard that Karen Lucey, aged 49, ended up with excruciating pain had to go back to hospital on several occasions and had further surgeries as a result of pain.

Ms Lucey, a special needs assistant of Allmans Terrace, Killarney, Co Kerry, had sued the HSE. Mr Justice Bernard Barton was told that the liability was admitted in the case and it was before the court for assessment of damages only.