Gentamicin Negligence Compensation Claims
The long-term effects of negligent prescription or administration of the gentamicin antibiotic can be catastrophic and may justify a claim for compensation.
The health risks associated with the inappropriate use of gentamicin can be severe. Without careful assessment and monitoring, the patient may suffer a variety of life-changing problems including the following:
Ototoxicity
The incorrect use of Gentamicin can cause ototoxicity which refers to damage to a patient's hearing and ability to balance. If this situation is permanent, the knock-on effects on an individual's life can be dramatic. Their ability to work, to travel, to drive and to remain independent can be compromised. The risk of falling may make certain types of accommodation unsuitable and may mean that the individual requires some form of personal support to carry out everyday tasks.
If the person is unable to work due to their condition, their income may suffer significantly.
If such a shocking outcome is due to a failure to monitor the use of this powerful antibiotic in an at risk patient, it might be appropriate to make a claim for compensation for the impact of this negligence.
Nephrotoxicity
Nephrotoxicity is effectively the poisoning of the kidneys which can be caused if a person receives too much gentamicin antibiotic for their system. This may be in a single dose or it may be a cumulative effect over a period of time.
In a susceptible patient, this may risk kidney failure.
For these reasons it is essential that the use of Gentamicin is very carefully monitored and patients are thoroughly assessed prior to administration of the drug. An at-risk patient may still be able to use this antibiotic but the dosage will need to be adjusted accordingly and the impact on the patently carefully observed so that changes in the dosage can be made if necessary.
Consequently, a failure to understand or consider that a patient is susceptible to Gentamicin or a failure to monitor the on-going impact of the drug may be regarded as negligent.
If the patient suffers long-term physical problems as a result, it may be appropriate to make a claim for compensation. A successful compensation claim can help to an individual to deal with the additional problems they may face and to provide recompense for their loss of earnings.
Legal advice
If you or a loved one are suffering long-term problems due to inappropriate use of Gentamicin, contact Glynns to talk to a specialist medical negligence solicitor.
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