Missed Urinary Symptoms and Compensation for Cauda Equina Disability
If a medical professional has failed to assess for or identify possible indicators of cauda equina compression, it may be possible to claim compensation for the consequences of this negligence.
Urinary symptoms and cauda equina compression
Urinary symptoms can be one of the early indicators that a patient is developing compression of the cauda equina nerves in the lumbar region of the spine.
Along with lower back pain and altered sensation or pain in one or both legs, the patient may be experiencing the following:
- A poor urinary flow
- Having to strain when urinating
- Difficulty emptying the bladder
- Altered awareness of needing to urinate
It is essential that symptoms such as these are identified, or ruled out, as part of an assessment of the patient.
A failure to consider or be aware of the significance of urinary and bladder function in the diagnosis of cauda equina compression may result in a misdiagnosis, leaving the patient vulnerable to deteriorating nerve compression and increased loss of lower body function.
Cauda equina syndrome
If a patient develops cauda equina syndrome, it is unfortunately likely that urinary and bladder difficulties will not be their only problem. Bowel function, sexual function and mobility can all be affected by compression of the cauda equina nerves.
The array of disabilities and function losses can be overwhelming both practically and psychologically.
If a failed or delayed diagnosis has contributed to this appalling outcome, it may be possible to claim compensation for the consequences.
This can include compensating any loss of income, as well as addressing the costs of care where needed and the costs of equipment, treatment or home adaptations, necessitated by the negligent care and delayed diagnosis.
Speak to a medical negligence legal specialist
Compensation claims for the losses associated with cauda equina negligence are extremely complex, both in terms of assessing the role of negligent medical care, and in assessing the impact and financial implications for the patient's long-term quality of life.
If you suspect that either you or a loved one may have suffered from negligent healthcare, it is essential that you get the best, specialist support in this complicated process.
Glynns Solicitors has extensive expertise in cauda equina syndrome compensation claims and will be able to bring their wealth of experience to supporting you through your claim process.
Contact us today to talk to a solicitor, free of charge, in the knowledge that you will receive the best advice regarding these complicated claims.
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