Compensation For Stroke Diagnosis Negligence
A failure by medical professionals to recognise signs and symptoms which might indicate that the patient is in danger of suffering a stroke may be regarded as negligent.
A severe stoke can leave the patient with life-changing physical, emotional and cognitive difficulties. They may suffer not only the physical disability of their condition but lose their independence as a result. They may become dependent on care and may find it difficult if not impossible to work, causing significant income losses.
Any signs, symptoms or factors which might suggest that the patient is at a high risk of suffering a stroke need to be recognised and action taken. A failure to do so by medical professionals may justify a claim for compensation if the patient suffers a poor long-term outcome.
Factors which might indicate a stroke risk
A patient who is experiencing visual disturbances or headaches may be at risk of a stroke.
A patient who has previously suffered a mini-stroke or transient ischaemic attack (TIA) may be at risk of experiencing a stroke.
Patient factors which might contribute to the likelihood of an individual suffering a stroke would also include the following:
- Being obese or overweight,
- Suffering with diabetes,
- Having high blood pressure or high cholesterol,
- Being a smoker,
- Regular use of alcohol,
- Being of black or Asian ethnicity
Failure to diagnose underlying conditions
Undiagnosed conditions may increase the patient's risk of having a stroke such as pulmonary embolism which may restrict the blood supply to the brain and leave the patient susceptible. Undiagnosed infective endocarditis may also leave the patient vulnerable to a stroke.
Some forms of surgery can also increase the patient's risk of suffering a stroke.
Claiming compensation
The impact of a severe stroke can completely change an individual's way of life. If the problems created have been caused by poor-quality medicail care, it may be appropriate to make a claim for compensation.
A successful compensation claim can provide recompense for not only the patient's pai and suffering but for the financial losses and costs associated with their new situation. This may include costs of care or accommodation needs.
Speak to a solicitor
If you or a loved one are suffering the terrible impact of a stroke due to substandard medical care, contact Glynns Solicitors.
We are a specialist medical negligence legal practice with wide-ranging expertise and one of our team of expert lawyers will be very happy to help you.
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