Suing the NHS for Negligent Knee Surgery
If the impact of medical failings during surgery on the knee has left you with long-term problems, it may be appropriate to make a claim for compensation.
Although knee surgery and knee replacements are increasingly common, unexpected problems do occur which can leave the patient with long-term disability.
As well as the possibility that the surgery itself fails, requiring further surgical procedures and extended time in hospital, a number of other complications can occur which might compromise the patient's quality of life.
Post-operative infection
One of the most common and debilitating side-effects of knee surgery is the development of post-operative infection. Not only can this trigger a sepsis response which can be life-threatening, but it can also require the removal of the replacement knee in order to resolve the infection.
If the infection is found to have been caused by medical negligence, and causes significant and on-going problems, then it may be appropriate to make a claim for compensation.
It may be that an 'at risk' patient has not been given prophylactic antibiotics, allowing their system to succumb to infection.
It may be that the care of the patient following surgery was inadequate and the signs and symptoms of an incipient infection were not noticed.
Deep vein thrombosis
Patients undergoing knee surgery are at risk of developing deep vein thrombosis. If a patient is considered to be at risk and no preventative action is taken by medical professionals, they may be regarded as having provided substandard care. If the patient subsequently suffers long-term symptoms due to DVT, a compensation claim may be a helpful way forward.
Compartment syndrome
An occasional complication of knee surgery is compartment syndrome which, if unrecognised, can lead to long-term disability.
During extended surgery, pressure within the muscle compartment can increase to the point where blood flow is compromised and muscle and nerve damage can occur.
If the unfortunate outcome is caused by a failure of caution during the surgical period, it may be appropriate to claim compensation for the pain, suffering and financial losses of the patient.
Speak to a solicitor
If you or a loved one are suffering the long-term effects of a significant failure during surgery to the knee, contact Glynns Solicitors today.
We have supported many clients in suing the NHS and claiming for severe, long-term symptoms due to poor quality surgery and will be very happy to discuss your situation with you.
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