Misdiagnosis and Claiming Compensation for the Impact of Cauda Equina Syndrome
If a misdiagnosis of symptoms has left a patient facing the appalling symptoms of cauda equina syndrome, it may be possible to make a claim for compensation.
Misdiagnosing symptoms of a serious condition
The problem with a misdiagnosis of a patient's symptoms is that it can give both the patient and the medical professional a false sense of reassurance that the problem has been understood and is being dealt with. It may mean that urgent and necessary tests are not carried out and that red flag warnings are not provided to the patient. Deterioration of the patient's condition may occur without their realisation that they need immediate medical care.
In the case of cauda equina syndrome, a misdiagnosis can lead to permanent and debilitating disability. Cauda equina syndrome is caused by the compression of the cauda equina nerves at the base of the spine. If this condition is misdiagnosed and surgery is delayed as a result, the compression may increase to the point where the patient suffers loss of mobility and double incontinence.
The cauda equina nerves are responsible for passing messages of sensation and movement between the brain and the lower body and loss of their function can be catastrophic. Prompt and accurate diagnosis is essential in order to trigger surgery within an appropriate timeframe of hours rather than days.
How to claim compensation
If you or a loved one are struggling with severe disability due to negligent medical care of cauda equina syndrome, speak to a specialist solicitor. They will access your medical records and engage the services of the best medical experts who will analyse the quality of your medical care. If it is found that there was, indeed, a breach of duty in the course of your care, and that your long-term outcome has been adversely affected by the negligence, it may be possible to make a claim.
A successful claim would take account of the impact of the negligence such as a loss of income if you are no longer able to work or are restricted in the nature or hours you can work. Additionally, if the negligent care has left you requiring personal care, the costs associated with this would also be addressed.
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Glynns Solicitors is a dedicated medical negligence legal practice with extensive expertise in high-value cauda equina claims.
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