Compensating Negligent Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic surgery is a common experience and, for the vast majority of individuals who undergo procedures such as a hip or knee replacement it is generally highly successful. When such a procedure goes wrong, however, the patient can be left with debilitating pain and disability which outweighs their original problems.
In such circumstances, it may be appropriate to make a claim for compensation.
The on-going problems which can be associated with a poor-quality outcome from a knee or hip replacement are many and varied:
- If the nature of the surgery is such that the work needs to be re-done or removed, the patient will have to undergo further surgery with the associated emotional and physical risks and stress. An unsuitable technique, a misplacement of key components, a failure in the administration of antibiotics can all lead to on-going problems for the patient.
- If the effects of the substandard procedure impact on the patient’s ability to work, they are likely to suffer considerable loss of income
- Substandard orthopaedic surgery may be accompanied by loss of mobility, leading to a loss of physical independence and the need for support in personal and household tasks
- The patient may suffer on-going pain until the problem is resolved, should that be possible
- If the negligence has resulted in an infection in the wound, it may be that the patient is at risk of additional problems such as sepsis and the possibility that a successful repair is not attainable
Medical negligence
If a poor outcome from surgery is due to substandard medical care, the relevant medical professionals may be regarded as having been negligent.
If the patient suffers on-going and debilitating symptoms as a result, it may be appropriate to make a claim for compensation.
A successful compensation claim can provide recompense not only for the pain and suffering endured, and provide a sense of justice having been done. It can also take into account the past and future losses which the patient has experienced as a result of the negligence, such as loss of earnings.
Speak to a solicitor
If you or a loved one are struggling with the long-term impact of substandard orthopaedic care, contact Glynns Solicitors to talk to a specialist medical negligence solicitor.
It may be appropriate to make a claim for compensation.
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