Misdiagnosed Cauda Equina Syndrome and Compensation for Negligence
Medical failings in the diagnosis procedure for cauda equina syndrome can belief-changing. Contact a legal specialist to discuss the possibility of compensation.
A medical misdiagnosis
The problem with a medical misdiagnosis is that it may provide the patient with inappropriate reassurance regarding their symptoms whilst at the same time closing down further investigation which might have revealed an accurate diagnosis.
A misdiagnosis of the symptoms of cauda equina syndrome can be utterly life-changing.
Cauda equina syndrome is the product of compression of the cauda equina nerves in the lumbar region of the spine. If the nerves are being squashed or compressed by a local event such as a herniated disc, it is essential that the compression is diagnosed at the earliest possible moment.
Symptoms might include lower back and leg pain, especially bilateral leg symptoms. It might also include altered sensation in the saddle area or altered urinary sensation or bladder function.
Any delay in diagnosis can compromise the patient's future wellbeing and quality of life. As the compression of the nerve increases, so too does the loss of lower body function. In the most severe cases, the patient may suffer a lifetime of bowel and bladder incontinence, loss of mobility and loss of sexual sensation and function.
Claiming compensation for negligent medical care
Unfortunately, errors and failings by medical professionals can sometimes cause a delay in the process of diagnosis and the patient's long-term outcome is compromised.
Mistakes such as a failure to recognise the significance of the patient's symptoms or a delay in making a referral for an MRI scan can allow sufficient time to pass for the patient's condition to worsen.
Cauda equina syndrome is a medical emergency and even a delay of a few hours can mean the dramatically alter the course of the patient's health and their life.
In such a situation, it may be possible to make a claim for compensation.
Speak to a legal specialist
Glynns Solicitors specialises in cauda equina syndrome claims. Our team of solicitors provides a wealth of experience and expertise in high-value claims and a thorough understanding of this shocking and cruel condition.
Contact us today if you or a loved one have been impacted by negligent care of cauda equina compression. One of our solicitors will be very happy to talk to you, free of charge, about the possibility of making a claim.
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