Karen Dack: Mum died after last-minute operation cancellations

Ms Dack’s partner Emmi Akamo, said she had been failed “multiple times” by the hospital.

“She should still be here with us,” Mr Akamo, 40, said.

“We were told it was a routine thing, keyhole procedure and that is why it really hurts.

“Each time she was in hospital ready for the operation, doing nil-by-mouth, only for it to be called off.

“She was a great mother, full of life and love, and she just wanted to get her health sorted.”

A further statement from Ms Dack’s family said: “Karen was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend whose death was entirely preventable.

“We hope her tragic loss drives urgent reforms to ensure no other family endures such a devastating outcome.”