Bile Duct Injury Compensation
An injury to the bile duct during gallbladder surgery is not uncommon. If you have suffered significant, long-term problems as a result of such an occurrence, you may be able to claim compensation.
Problems of a gallbladder operation
Surgery to remove the gallbladder is a very common and usually highly-successful type of operation. This does not mean, however, that it is without risk.
The removal of the gallbladder (a cholecystectomy operation) is usually carried out to resolve the problem of gallstones. However, the necessary cut to the cystic duct connecting the gallbladder and the common bile duct means, of course, that a sharp implement is required in a very susceptible location.
The variable nature of the anatomy of the bile duct and its associated structures, as well as the proximity to other abdominal organs can mean that accidental damage can occur. This may be due to a variety of causes:
- The inappropriate placement of restraining clips during the procedure may cause damage to the bile duct and obstruct the passage of bile
- The bile duct may be accidentally cut during the procedure
- A neighbouring structure such as a part of the digestive tract may be inadvertently damaged if the view of the surgeon is restricted, as may be the case in a keyhole operation
Claiming compensation
It may be appropriate to make a claim for compensation if either the damage is considered to have been due to a negligent act by the medical practitioner or if the on-going impact causes significant problems for the patient.
If any damage is not observed at the time of the procedure, the on-going effects on the patient may be severe, threatening their long-term health.
Damage to the digestive tract, probably the small intestine, can not only reduce the effective functioning of this vital organ but can also raise the risk of sepsis if the abdominal cavity becomes infected.
Speak to a solicitor
If an injury during a cholecystectomy has had an enduring negative impact on the health of the patient, it might be appropriate to make a claim for compensation.
Contact Glynns Solicitors today to talk to a specialist medical negligence solicitor about the possibility of a compensation claim.
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