Brain Tumour Diagnosis Delays and Claiming Compensation
March is Brain Tumour Awareness Month, aiming to raise awareness of this life-threatening illness and encouraging investment in research to combat it.
Medical negligence and the diagnosis of a brain tumour
There are a wide variety of brain tumours, affecting different parts of the brain. Their impact on an individual, their life and their family, will vary according to the area in which the tumour has developed, its size and the length of time before diagnosis and treatment.
The brain is fundamental to human function, housing much of the central nervous system and co-ordinating sensation, movement, speech, vision and the way in which we interact with the world and the people within it. Our understanding, our cognitive skills, our memory and our ability to be who we are all depend on this extraordinary organ.
Symptoms which might indicate that a person is developing a brain tumour could include headaches, drowsiness, feeling sick and having fits. It is vital that possible symptoms are diagnosed at as early a stage as possible so that the individual affected has the best chance of survival and retaining their brain function intact.
The following examples of substandard medical care in relation to the diagnosis of a brain tumour may be regarded as negligent.
- Failing to recognise the possible symptoms of a brain tumour, leading to a delay in diagnosis and treatment
- Failing to suspect a brain tumour and failing to make a referral for further tests and investigation
- A delay in arranging the necessary MRI or CT scan or other tests required to confirm a diagnosis
When to claim compensation
If you or a family member have suffered the terrible effects of a brain tumour due to negligent medical care, it may be appropriate to make a claim for compensation.
If an individual or their dependants suffer significant losses due to negligence, the law entitles them to compensation. For example, if an individual is unable to work because their tumour was diagnosed too late, a successful compensation claim would take account of their loss of income.
However it is important to remember that compensation claims for medical negligence need to be initiated within three years of the date of the alleged negligence. So if you have been the victim of negligent care, contact a specialist solicitor promptly.
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