C-Section Infection Negligence and Compensation
A failure to diagnose and treat an infection in a C-section wound can occasionally lead to severe consequences for the new mother. It may be appropriate to make a claim for compensation.
Wound infections
As with any cut or incision to the skin, a caesarean section wound can allow bacteria to trigger an infection. This is a known risk and it is the duty of medical professionals to minimise this risk and be alert to any signs that the woman is developing an infection.
Without treatment, certain infections can develop quickly, spreading through the body and potentially triggering sepsis.
The responsibility of the medical professional
- A woman who is due to give birth via a caesarean section should be assessed for their risk of infection and, where considered appropriate, should be given prophylactic antibiotics to try to prevent this occurring
- A caesarean section wound should be monitored carefully for any indications of infection such as redness or tenderness
- Any suspicion of infection should receive prompt attention and treatment
A failure to perform any of these crucial roles can leave a woman suffering potentially life-changing symptoms.
Infection impact
A severe infection, such as necrotising fasciitis, or a sepsis response, can result in significant disability, requiring the new mother to remain in hospital undergoing traumatic treatment at a time when she should be at home bonding with her baby.
She may be left disabled and psychologically damaged by the effects of a severe infection and may find it difficult to pick up the pieces of her old life. Returning to work can be problematic and may result in the woman suffering a loss of income.
Compensation claims for medical negligence
If a patient suffers significant unexpected consequences, such as disability and loss of income, due to substandard medical care, they are entitled to make a claim for compensation.
The aim of this is to restore the individual to the financial position they would have experienced had the medical negligence not occurred.
If a person is restricted in their capacity to work, or incurs significant care costs because their medical care was negligent in some respect, they can make a claim for compensation.
Legal advice
If you or a loved one are struggling with the impact of a C-section infection due to poor-quality medical care, contact Glynns to talk to a specialist solicitor.
We are a dedicated medical negligence legal practice and one of our team of experienced lawyers will be very happy to help you.
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