ERCP Negligence and When to Claim Compensation for the Consequences
A successful ERCP procedure can resolve serious medical issues. Negligent care, however, can cause severe damage and may even be life-threatening.
Negligent ERCP damage
Occasionally, an ERCP procedure can cause accidental and unintended damage to the anatomy through which the tube passes, such as a perforation, which may trigger sepsis, or an injury to the pancreas, triggering pancreatitis.
Such an unintended consequence can cause life-changing symptoms and may even threaten the life of the patient.
The patient may struggle to work and may require personal care as a result of their injury.
When to claim compensation
The first thing to bear in mind is that compensation claims for medical negligence need to be initiated within three years from the date of the alleged negligence. It is essential that you contact a legal specialist as soon as you suspect that you may have been the victim of negligence. Your solicitor will need plenty of time in which to obtain your medical records and assess the quality of your care before your claim is officially commenced.
You may have a claim if the following are found to be true:
- You or a loved one have experienced a breach of duty or negligence in the quality of your medical care
- You have suffered a worse outcome than would have been the case had you experienced an acceptable level of care
A successful compensation claim will take account not only of your pain and suffering but will also address any financial consequences of your negligent medical care. For example, if you are struggling to work due to the impact of the negligence, your loss of income would be included in the claim.
Speak to a legal specialist
Compensation claims for medical negligence are highly complex. The support of a solicitor who specialises in this niche area of the law will reassure you that your claim will be expertly investigated and that you will achieve the best settlement if it is found that you have suffered from negligent care.
Glynns Solicitors is a dedicated medical negligence legal practice with a team of experienced lawyers and a history of success in high-value compensation claims.
Contact us today to speak with a solicitor, free of charge, about your experience and the possibility of making a claim for compensation.
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