Back Pain Medical Negligence and Compensation for Cauda Equina Syndrome
Back pain and compression of the cauda equina nerves
A patient who visits their GP with lower back pain is not necessarily suffering with compression of the cauda equina nerves. However, it is essential that their medical professional takes this possibility into consideration. A failure to do so may result in the patient developing permanent and disabling symptoms. It may also result in a significant claim for compensation for the consequences of the negligence medical care.
A failure to carry out a thorough examination or tests, a failure to recognise the possible symptoms of cauda equina compression, a failure to make a timely referral for an MRI scan and a failure to warn the patient of the red flag symptoms of this appalling condition may all be regarded as negligent and may justify a claim for compensation.
Claiming compensation for the consequences of negligence
If the patient experiences a delay in obtaining a confirmed diagnosis of cauda equina compression and, as a result, suffers debilitating symptoms which they would not have experienced with an appropriate level of care, they should be legally entitled to claim compensation.
Unfortunately, due to the absolutely fundamental role which is played by the cauda equina nerves, a patient with this appalling condition may experience the following permanent and disabling symptoms:
- A loss of bowel sensation and control
- A loss of bladder sensation and control
- A loss of mobility
- A loss of sexual function
Not surprisingly, the impact of such a shocking collection of debilitating symptoms can influence every aspect of an individual's life, affecting their ability to work, their ability to remain independent and their psychological health.
The financial consequences, such as a loss of income or the costs of care, would be incorporated into a successful claim insofar as they have been caused by the negligent care.
Specialist legal advice
If you are considering making a claim for cauda equina syndrome medical negligence, you need to be aware that these are highly-complex claims requiring the input of numerous medical experts to analyse the quality of the medical care and the validity of the claim. Obtaining the support of an experienced specialist solicitor is essential.
Glynns Solicitors is a dedicated medical negligence legal practice. We have a team of experienced solicitors and a history of success in high-value claims.
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