20 women had breasts removed unnecessarily during NHS cancer care: What happened at County Durham and Darlington?

The County Durham and Darlington NHS Trust's investigation highlighted serious patient safety concerns, revealing that at least twenty women had undergone unnecessary mastectomies after cancer diagnoses. Moreover, hundreds of patients endured moderate to severe complications due to treatment mistakes. Authorities are investigating potential criminal actions by the trust, which is currently implementing reforms aimed at improving breast care services.