How to Claim Compensation for an OASI
An OASI during vaginal childbirth can leave devastating consequences and may justify a claim for compensation.
Obstetric anal sphincter negligence
An obstetric anal sphincter injury during vaginal childbirth, i.e. a 3rd or 4th degree tear, can cause permanent bowel dysfunction if the new mother does not receive prompt and competent care from the medical professionals attendant at the birth of her baby. If you think this applies to you, you may be wondering how to go about making a claim for compensation for the consequences.
In order to make a successful claim for compensation for the consequences of medical negligence, it is essential both that it is found that there has, indeed, been an act of negligence or substandard care during the birth, and that the negligence has caused the new mother to suffer debilitating symptoms which would not otherwise have been the case.
Negligence in relation to an anal sphincter injury could include the following:
- A failure to carry out an adequate examination of the new mother following the birth
- A failure to recognise that a severe tear has occurred
- A misdiagnosis of a 3rd or 4th degree tear
- A failure to carry out an effective repair
Investigating your care
A specialist solicitor will be able to obtain your medical records and have access to the best medical experts who will analyse the quality of your medical care.
If it is found that you have been the victim of negligence, there will be a further assessment of the ways in which the negligence has affected you, your quality of life and well-being.
Where your life has been impacted by the effects of medical negligence, you are legally entitled to claim compensation for the consequences. This may include, for example, any loss of income if you are now struggling to work because of your symptoms. If your symptoms are causing you to suffer additional costs, such as support around the home or the costs of medical treatment, you may be able to include this in a claim.
Seeking legal advice
The best way forward is to obtain the legal advice of a medical negligence specialist who will be able to support you through this complex process.
Glynns Solicitors is a dedicated medical negligence legal practice with a wealth of expertise in OASI claims.
Contact us today to talk to a solicitor, free of charge, about the possibility of making a claim.
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