Double Incontinence Compensation for Cauda Equina Negligence
If double incontinence has caused a significant impact on your quality of life due to negligent medical care of cauda equina compression, it may be possible to make a claim for compensation.
Negligence in the medical management of cauda equina compression
Cauda equina compression can be a medical emergency. This debilitating spinal compression requires prompt diagnosis and, in many cases, emergency surgery to decompress the nerves at the base of the spine. Without this timely and effective medical management, the patient may suffer a lifetime of bladder and bowel incontinence as well as lower body loss of mobility and sexual dysfunction.
Negligence may occur in a variety of ways and by several different professionals during the course of the care pathway including the following:
- A failure to recognise the possible early symptoms of cauda equina compression such as pain and altered sensation in the legs
- A failure to assess a patient for further signs and symptoms which could be indicative of cauda equina compression
- A misdiagnosis of the patient's condition, leading to a delay in diagnosis
- A failure to provide red flag warnings to a patient who may be developing cauda equina compression and may need to attend hospital as a matter of emergency
- A delay in making a referral for an MRI scan
- A failure to carry out an MRI scan within a reasonable timeframe or to arrange a transfer to suitable facilities
- A delay in initiating surgery to decompress the nerves
Claiming compensation for the impact of negligence
If negligent medical care has caused the patient to suffer debilitating consequences which would not have been the case with an acceptable level of care, the patient is entitled to claim compensation.
Double incontinence, as well as the loss of mobility, can have a devastating impact on a person's life. Their ability to work, to travel, to care for themselves and their loved ones can be compromised. They may suffer significant financial losses and face significant and unexpected additional costs in trying to cope with their condition.
Where appropriate, these financial losses and costs would be incorporated into a successful claim.
Speak to a legal specialist
Glynns Solicitors is a dedicated medical negligence legal practice with a history of success in high-value cauda equina compensation cases.
If you suspect that you may have been the victim of negligent care, contact us today to speak with an experienced solicitor, free of charge, about the possibility of making a claim.
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