Misdiagnosis Negligence and Compensation for Cauda Equina Syndrome
A misdiagnosis of the symptoms of cauda equina syndrome can lead a patient down a path to disability. If this has happened to you or a loved one, contact a legal specialist to discuss the possibility of making a claim for compensation.
Cauda equina compression
If a patient attends a medical professional with the possible symptoms of cauda equina syndrome, it is essential that they receive an appropriate response. This may be a referral for an MRI scan or red flag advice as to the symptoms to look out for.
Symptoms which might indicate that an individual is developing compression of their cauda equina nerves in the lumbar region of the spine could include the following:
- Pain in the lumbar region of the spine
- Radiating pain and altered sensation in one or both legs
- Altered sensation in the saddle region between the legs
- Altered urinary function or sensation
Misdiagnosis medical negligence
The problem with a misdiagnosis is that it can have consequences which delay the patient's route to an accurate diagnosis.
- A necessary referral for an urgent MRI scan may not be made
- Red flag symptoms for cauda equina compression which should prompt a patient to attend hospital immediately may not be given
- The patient may not react to new symptoms believing that they already have a diagnosis for their condition
A medical professional who fails to carry out an assessment, who fails to recognise the possible symptoms of cauda equina syndrome and makes a misdiagnosis may be regarded as having been negligent in their care of the patient.
If the patient suffers a worse outcome as a result of the negligence, it may be appropriate to make a claim which will address the financial consequences of the delay in diagnosis and the subsequent delay in surgery.
Making a claim for compensation
If the patient's nerve compression worsens, depriving them of much lower body function, their possible symptoms of bowel and bladder dysfunction as well as loss of mobility can cause an array of financial losses and additional costs, all of which may be addressed within a successful compensation claim.
This can include accommodation alterations, specialist equipment and treatment where necessary as well as taking account of the person's loss of income if they now struggle to work.
Speak to a legal specialist
Glynns Solicitors is a specialist medical negligence legal practice with a specific focus on cauda equina claims.
Contact us today to talk to an experienced solicitor, free of charge, about the possibility of making a claim.
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