Medical Negligence and Compensation Claims for Compartment Syndrome
If negligent medical care has left either you or a loved one with the debilitating impact of compartment syndrome, contact Glynns Solicitors to speak with a legal specialist.
The right to compensation for medical negligence
If a patient suffers a poor outcome due to negligent medical care, which would not have been the case with an acceptable level of care, they are legally entitled to make a claim for compensation. The impact of the symptoms which they are experiencing as a result of the negligence would be incorporated into a successful claim.
For example, if negligent medical care has rendered an individual unable to work, or only able to work a limited number of hours, their loss of income, both past and future, would be included in the claim.
Compartment syndrome and negligent medical care
Compartment syndrome can sometimes develop as a product of a patient's positioning during a surgical procedure. This possibility should be taken into account as part of the preparation of or surgery and assessment of the time required to complete the operation.
If it is anticipated that the patient will be in a reclined position with their legs raised for a significant amount of time, a relaxation of that position should be built into the process in order to ensure that excess pressure does not build up in the muscle compartment in the leg. If this situation is not managed effectively, the patient can suffer permanent damage to nerves and blood vessels.
If it should occur, immediate treatment to reduce the pressure is essential to resolve the situation.
Long-term symptoms
If a patient develops compartment syndrome which is not resolved in a timely manner, they may suffer mobility and balance problems.
The consequences of this can affect their ability to work, to carry out regular household tasks and function independently.
A successful compensation claim can address these consequences and provide the patient with funds which can be used to resolve some of their difficulties.
Speak to a legal specialist
Compensation claims for medical negligence are extremely complex and require the skills of an experienced legal specialist.
Glynns Solicitors is a dedicated medical negligence legal practice with a team of experienced lawyers. If you or a loved one are struggling with the effects of negligent medical care, contact us to speak with a solicitor, free of charge, about the possibility of making a claim for compensation.
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