Parents Want Investigation into Childrens' Heart Unit at Leeds General Infirmary

The transcript discusses the tragic case of Miley, a young girl who died after a heart operation in Leeds. Her mother, Siobhan Casey, is considering legal action due to a delay in treatment. The hospital has expressed sympathy and is addressing the family's concerns. Heart surgeries in Leeds were suspended due to high death rates, but an investigation later deemed the unit safe. Campaigners are calling for further investigation into the suspension.

What was the main reason Siobhan Casey is considering legal action against the hospital?

• The hospital refused to perform the surgery.

• There was a delay in medical response and inappropriate communication.

• The hospital charged too much for the surgery.

• The hospital did not have the necessary equipment.

How did the hospital respond to the concerns raised by Miley's family?

• They expressed sympathy and arranged a meeting with the family.

• They denied any wrongdoing and refused to meet the family.

• They issued a public apology and offered compensation.

• They ignored the family's concerns.

What was the reason for the suspension of children's heart surgery in Leeds?

• The hospital was undergoing renovations.

• Death rates were found to be unacceptably high.

• There was a shortage of medical staff.

• The hospital was focusing on adult heart surgeries.

What did the investigation reveal about the safety of the heart surgery unit?

• The investigation was inconclusive.

• The unit was found to be completely safe.

• The unit was found to be the best in the country.

• The unit was found to be unsafe and needed improvements.

What do campaigners want regarding the suspension of services?

• An investigation into the suspension decision.

• A public apology from the hospital.

• A reduction in surgery costs.

• More staff to be hired at the hospital.