The Infected Blood Inquiry has now published its report.
The inquiry focussed on the transmission of Hepatitis B, HIV and Hepatitis C through blood components and plasma products during the 1970s, 80s and early 90s, and issued its findings and recommendations on Monday (May 20).
Calum Campbell, Chief Executive, NHS Lothian, said he was “sincerely sorry” for the historical failings.
He added: “We offer our most sincere and unreserved apologies to the patients and families who have been infected and affected by contaminated blood products.
“They have endured years of suffering because of failure to discuss risks and failings in treatment and care. Some of them received care in Edinburgh which went on to become part of the health board which is now NHS Lothian.
“We now live in a very different time and we offer our reassurance that as a modern-day healthcare system, NHS Lothian adheres to rigorous standards of patient safety, quality of care, clinical governance and duty of candour.”
