Mobility Restrictions and Claiming Compensation for Cauda Equina Syndrome Negligence
If you or a loved one are struggling with the impact of reduced mobility due to cauda equina syndrome and suspect that your care may have been negligent, speak to a specialist solicitor about the possibility of making a claim for compensation.
Cauda equina syndrome and loss of mobility
Developing cauda equina syndrome can mean comping to terms with some pretty major lifestyle changes. This debilitating spinal condition can cause loss of sensation and function in the lower body, including reduction in mobility or loss of mobility.
For the patient, this unexpected outcome can necessitate significant changes in the way in which they lead their life:
- They may no longer be able to pursue their anticipated career due to their mobility restrictions, thereby experiencing a significant loss of income, and having to engage with a new type of work
- They may find that they struggle to work full-time
- They may need alterations to be carried out to their home in order to be able to move around safely
- They may need some degree of personal help or support in order to carry out hygiene and household tasks
- They may need to purchase specialist equipment to help them to mobilise to the greatest degree
- Many of the activities, tasks and social interactions which they previously enjoyed may no longer be accessible
Negligence in medical care of cauda equina syndrome
Compression of the cauda equina nerves in the lumbar region of the spine is recognised as a medical emergency. A delay of a few hours can allow the compression to deteriorate to a point where the patient's mobility is affected dramatically.
Early diagnosis and timely surgery, often within a matter of hours, are essential to the best outcome for the patient.
Failings by medical professionals which cause a delay in a confirmed diagnosis and surgery may be regarded as negligent. This, in turn, may justify a claim for compensation for the consequences of the negligence where it has caused or contributed to a worse outcome for the patient than would have been the case with earlier intervention.
Failing to suspect that the patient's symptoms may be indicative of cauda equina compression may cause a delay in a referral for an MRI scan. Failing to assess the patient thoroughly may mean that important signs or symptoms are missed. A misdiagnosis may allow time for the patient's spinal compression to worsen.
Speak to a specialist solicitor
If you are considering making a claim for compensation, a specialist solicitor will need to investigate the quality of your medical care through an analysis of your medical records.
Glynns Solicitors are specialists in medical negligence law with a specific focus on cauda equina syndrome claims.
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