Neurological Dysfunction and Cauda Equina Medical Negligence Compensation
Lower body dysfunction can be completely disabling. If negligent cauda equina medical care has contributed to this shocking situation, contact Glynns to talk to a solicitor about the possibility of claiming compensation.
Neurological dysfunction and the urgency of diagnosis
Neurological dysfunction is at the root of cauda equina syndrome. If the nerves in the lumbar region of the spine become compressed, perhaps due to a herniated disc or similar development in the spine, the nerves will lose function.
The cauda equina nerves are responsible for the effective communication of messages of sensation and the initiation of movement between the brain and the lower body and loss of that nerve function can cause catastrophic debilitating loss of function including the following:
- Loss of bladder sensation and control
- Loss of bowel sensation and control
- Loss of sexual function
- Loss of lower body mobility
If a patient is developing compression of the cauda equina nerves, the primary aim of medical intervention is to preserve as much of the neurological function as possible. The key to this is the earliest possible diagnosis.
Claiming compensation for negligence
A delay in diagnosis may allow time for the patient's nerve compression to increase, thereby resulting in worsening neurological lower body deficit. Ultimately, complete cauda equina syndrome will leave the patient with permanent experience of the above symptoms.
Cauda equina syndrome is a medical emergency. Medical professionals who fail either to recognise the possible symptoms or fail to understand the urgency of the patient's condition may be regarded as having failed in their duty of care. If the patient suffers a worse outcome, due to such substandard care, than should have been the case with an appropriate quality of care, they may be entitled to make a claim for compensation.
A successful compensation claim addresses the financial losses, both past and future, suffered by the patient as a consequence of their negligent care. For example, this would include the patient's loss of income if the outcome of their negligent care means that they are now restricted in their employment.
It could also include the costs of care or equipment or home adaptations if their mobility has been compromised and they are reliant to some degree on personal care or home support.
Speak to a legal specialist
Glynns Solicitors specialises in cauda equina syndrome medical negligence claims. With a wealth of expertise and experience, we understand the complexity of this debilitating condition and can undertake the meticulous analysis necessary to investigate your claim. With a history of success in high-value claims, you can trust us to support you every step of the way and to ensure the best outcome to help you in tackling your disabling neurological symptoms.
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