Lower Limb Mobility Losses and Compensation for Cauda Equina Negligence
If you or a loved one are struggling with the shocking mobility losses of cauda equina syndrome due to negligent medical care, contact a legal specialist.
Mobility losses in cauda equina syndrome
One of the shocking consequences of cauda equina syndrome can be a loss of lower limb mobility. The on-going consequences of such a distressing outcome can be utterly life-changing, affecting dramatically the way in which an individual functions. Their ability to work may be severely compromised. Their ability to travel, to socialise, to navigate around their own home and to look after their home and family may suffer from significant restrictions.
The cauda equina nerves at the base of the spine are responsible for both awareness of sensation as well as the initiation of movement in the lower body. Leg pain, weakness and foot drop can render an individual unable to walk or mobilise without significant support.
If this appalling outcome is found to be due to negligence on the part of the medical professionals responsible for the patient's care, it may be possible to make a claim for compensation.
Where the patient has suffered significant financial losses and costs, such as a loss of income or the costs of personal care, a successful compensation claim should address such issues.
Medical negligence in cauda equina syndrome management
Diagnosis, referrals and surgery within an appropriate timeframe are crucial to a good outcome following compression of the cauda equina nerves. Unfortunately, this is a highly complex condition, progressing over time and errors in medical care occasionally occur.
The following may be regarded as negligent and, where the patient suffers a poor outcome due to negligence, a compensation claim may be justified.
- A failure to recognise symptoms indicative of nerve compression
- A misdiagnosis of symptoms leading to a delay in diagnosis and surgery
- A failure to provide adequate red flag warnings
- A failure of examination or assessment
- A delay in making a referral for an MRI scan
- A delay in initiating surgery to decompress the spine once diagnosis has been made
Specialist legal advice
Glynns Solicitors is a dedicated medical negligence legal practice with a team of experienced lawyers and a wealth of expertise in high-value cauda equina syndrome claims.
If you or a loved one are struggling with the mobility losses associated with this most devastating of conditions due to negligence on the part of one or more of your medical professionals, contact us today to talk to a solicitor about the possibility of making a claim.
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