Negligent Ruptured Bowel and How to Claim Compensation
Without swift medical action, a ruptured bowel can have catastrophic consequences. If negligent care has caused you or a loved one to struggle with the appalling impact of such an event, speak to a legal specialist about making a claim for compensation.
The consequences of a ruptured bowel
A ruptured or perforated bowel refers to a situation where the lining of the bowel is breached or damaged. This may allow bacterial matter to leak from the inside of the bowel into the abdominal space where the bowel is housed. Unfortunately, this can trigger infection in the lining of the bowel, known as peritonitis which can further be a cause of epsis, an immune system response to infection, often in the abdomen.
Not only can this outcome cause the patient to suffer considerable pain and necessitate surgery, sepsis can lead to multiple organ failure and even threaten the life of the patient.
Negligent care
Such an appalling scenario can occasionally be the product of negligent damage during a surgical procedure or due to a failure to diagnose a bowel condition such as crohn's disease which can threaten the lining of the bowel.
Failings such as these by medical professionals may be regarded as negligent and may justify a claim for compensation.
Thinking of making a claim?
If you are thinking about making a claim, the first step is to speak to a legal specialist who is experienced in clinical negligence claims. They will have access to the best medical experts and will be able to guide you through the minefield of these complex cases. Furthermore a specialist lawyer will understand the impact which negligent medical care can have on a patient both physically and psychologically.
One further thing to bear in mind is that claims for compensation for medical negligence need to be issued with a court within three years of the date of the alleged negligence. Prior to this deadline, you will need a specialist lawyer to investigate the quality of your medical care and, if it is found that an act of negligence has occurred during your period of care, they will also assess the ways in which you have been affected.
Consequently, it is advisable to contact a legal specialist at the earliest possible moment in order that there is plenty of time to make a thorough assessment.
Legal advice
Glynns Solicitors is a dedicated medical negligence legal practice with a team of experienced lawyers.
Contact us today to talk to a specialist solicitor, free of charge, about the possibility of making a claim.
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