Mobility Impairment and Compensation for CES Negligence
If medical professionals fail to provide timely and appropriate care of cauda equina syndrome, the patient may suffer permanent mobility impairment. In this situation, it could be appropriate to make a claim for compensation.
Cauda equina syndrome and mobility impairment
The cauda equina nerves at the base of the spine are responsible for the passing of messages of sensation and movement between the lower body and the brain. If these crucial nerves become compressed due to a herniated disc or some other local issue, their function may be reduced to the point where the patient suffers loss of mobility or lower body paralysis.
Inevitably, the outcome of such a situation will be utterly life-changing.
It may deprive an individual of the ability to work. It may deny them the enjoyment of their pastimes and hobbies. It may affect their personal relationships and cause distress and stress to their friends and family. They may struggle to remain independent and able to function within their own home, requiring significant alterations to the home. They may need to move to alternative accommodation.
Medical management of cauda equina syndrome
Effective and timely medical care of cauda equina compression is absolutely vital if the patient is to avoid this appalling scenario. From suspicion of symptoms, to tests and investigation, through to a confirmed diagnosis and emergency surgery, timing is key to a positive outcome.
With delays at any stage, it is possible that the patient's nerve compression may worsen and their nerve function may deteriorate as a result.
If medical professionals had the opportunity to provide competent and timely care but failed to do so, they may be regarded as having provided negligent or substandard care and it may be possible to make a claim for compensation for the consequences of that negligence.
Speak to a legal specialist
Glynns Solicitors is a dedicated medical negligence legal practice with a team of experienced lawyers. We have considerable expertise in cauda equina negligence and a long-standing history of successful high-value claims in this specific field.
If you or a loved one are struggling with the consequences of negligent medical care of cauda equina syndrome, contact us to talk to a legal specialist, free of charge, about the possibility of making a claim for compensation.
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