Symptoms Misdiagnosis and Necrotising Fasciitis Compensation
A failure by medical professionals to spot the signs of necrotising fasciitis could prove utterly catastrophic for the patient and their family, justifying a claim for compensation.
Legal entitlement to compensation
If a patient suffers a worse outcome following negligent medical care than would have been the case with an acceptable level of care, they are legally entitled to claim compensation for the consequences of that negligence. In the case of necrotising fasciitis, the consequences can be devastating, even fatal.
If you suspect that you may have a claim, you need to speak with a solicitor who specialises in this highly-complex are of law. They will be able to obtain your medical records and instruct the best medical experts to analyse the quality of your care and assess its impact on you.
If a loved one has died from necrotising fasciitis due to negligent care, it may still be possible to make a claim. Contact a specialist solicitor for advice.
Necrotising fasciitis consequences
A necrotising fasciitis infection causes the decay of all the tissue which it infects, causing deformity, disability and, ultimately, death. Any delay in the process of diagnosis and treatment is likely to lead to a worse outcome.
At best the patient will be left with scarring and deformity. At worst, they may suffer an amputation, severe tissue loss, bowel dysfunction or sexual dysfunction amongst other debilitating outcomes.
The psychological consequences of this appalling illness can also be life-changing.
All in all, the patient and their family can experience significant changes to their quality of life as well as suffering considerable financial losses.
Negligent symptoms diagnosis
If a medical professional fails to recognise or suspect the symptoms of necrotising fasciitis, it will lead to a delay in an accurate diagnosis and a delay in essential surgical treatment. Symptoms of intense pain, redness, swelling and tenderness, especially in the region of a wound or cut to the skin should alert a medical professional to the possibility of this appalling illness. Where any doubt exists, a referral for further advice or investigation should be made.
Speak to a legal specialist
Glynns Solicitors, specialists in medical negligence law, offer extensive expertise in necrotising fasciitis compensation and a history of success in high-value claims. If you think that you may be entitled to make a claim, contact us today to speak with a specialist solicitor, free of charge.
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