Two year old boy secures one million euro settlement from HSE

A two year old boy from Wexford has secured a one million euro interim settlement against the Health Service Executive in the High Court, independent.ie and the Irish Times both report. Independent.ie reports that the HSE admitted an ultrasound assessment at Wexford General Hospital fell below the expected standard of care. [1][2][3]

According to the Irish Times, Ollie Roche was six weeks old when he received a diagnosis of complex congenital heart disease. The court heard that his heart condition could and should have been diagnosed prior to his birth, the Irish Times reported. [2]

The Irish Times reported that his parents initially thought he could undergo life saving surgery. However, within 24 hours, doctors told them that it was too late for surgery and that palliative care should be considered. [2]

Counsel for the child told the court that Ollie is living on borrowed time, according to the Irish Times and the Irish Mirror. Independent.ie reports that the case is scheduled to return to court in 2029. [1][2][4]