Cauda Equina Compensation Claim: Support After Negligence
The timing of a diagnosis of cauda equina nerve compression is
absolutely essential to a good outcome and it is this time-sensitive
process which often leads to a claim for compensation.
Delays in cauda equina compression diagnosis
A delay in achieving an accurate diagnosis and initiating surgery can deprive an individual of significant lower body function, potentially leaving them struggling with loss of mobility and double incontinence.
The resulting difficulties and restrictions to a person’s quality of life can be devastating – practically, physically, psychologically and financially.
- An individual may find that their former career or area of work is now completely inaccessible, resulting in a significant loss of income as well as causing distress and disappointment. They may have to retrain or accept shorter working hours. They may not be able to work at all. The resulting financial impact would be included in a successful claim, taking account of financial losses both past and future.
- The physical support and equipment needed in order to deal with mobility losses can be associated with considerable financial costs, as can the need for adaptations to the home to deal with bowel urgency and mobility difficulties.
- The need for personal care or help around the home can be costly and can be included in a claim where this is the result of the negligent care
A negligent medical response
Cauda equina syndrome is a fairly rare condition and failings in diagnosis and referrals can sometimes occur, leaving the patient facing a difficult future.
Examples of where the diagnosis process can go wrong can include the following:
- A failure to carry out a thorough assessment of the patient meaning that important symptoms are missed such as urinary difficulties or bilateral symptoms
- A failure to consider that the patient’s symptoms might be indicative of cauda equina compression, leading to a delay in a referral for an MRI scan. Unfortunately, even a short delay can allow time for the patient’s condition to deteriorate with life-changing consequences
- A failure to understand that cauda equina syndrome is a medical emergency, meaning a delayed referral and diagnosis
Making a claim
If you are struggling with the shocking symptoms of cauda equina syndrome, talk to a specialist solicitor about the possibility of making a claim for compensation.
They will obtain copies of your medical records and scrutinise them for evidence of negligent care. If negligence has contributed to your poor outcome, they will support you in making a claim.
Free legal advice
Glynns Solicitors is a dedicated medical negligence legal practice with a wealth of expertise and experience in cauda equina syndrome claims.
Contact us today to talk to a solicitor, free of charge, about the possibility of making a claim.
We can offer No Win No Fee medical negligence funding which we will discuss with you during your free initial telephone discussion.
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