Claiming Compensation for Negligent Medical Care of Stomach Cancer
Delayed or negligent medical care of stomach cancer may result in a catastrophic outcome and justify a claim for compensation.
Delayed diagnosis
Early diagnosis of stomach cancer is essential to prevent the possible spread of the disease to other parts of the body and to minimise the impact on the digestive system.
A delay in diagnosis and treatment, leading to the patient suffering a worse long-term outcome than would otherwise have been the case, may constitute medical negligence and justify a claim for compensation.
A delay in diagnosis may leave a family deprived of their loved one. Even where the patient survives, they may find themselves unable to work due to the effects of their delayed treatment. They may even require additional personal care to manage everyday chores.
Medical negligence and stomach cancer
Negligent medical care of stomach cancer would include the following:
- A failure to recognise the possible symptoms of stomach cancer leading to a failure to make a referral for specialist investigation and treatment.
- A failure to examine a patient or take an adequate history leading to signs and symptoms being missed
- A failure to warn the patient of red flag symptoms which should prompt them to seek further medical attention
- A failure to provide medical care within the national guidelines and timeframe, leading to a deterioration of the patient's condition and quality of life
Claiming compensation
If a patient suffers a poor long-term outcome due to substandard medical care, the law entitles them to compensation for their losses. This includes financial losses such as reduced income or the costs of care.
Compensation claims are, however, extremely complex, requiring the skills of specialist lawyers and the best medical experts.
It is also vital to remember that claims for compensation must be commenced within three years of the date of the alleged negligence so, if you or a loved one are struggling with the impact of negligence medical care of stomach cancer, contact a legal specialist as soon as possible.
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