How to Claim Compensation for Joint Surgery Negligence
Negligence in the course of surgery to a joint, such as a knee or
hip, can leave the patient in a worse situation than prior to their
procedure. Speak to a medical negligence solicitor to discuss the
possibility of making a claim for compensation.
Joint surgery negligence
Joint surgery can be susceptible to a range of failings which may cause the patient to suffer long-term debilitating symptoms or disability. This could include the following:
- A failure of risk assessment
- A failure to prevent infection, which may lead to a failure of the joint and possibly trigger sepsis
- A failure of technique, causing damage to another part of the anatomy such as a nerve
- A failure to use the correct implant or prosthetic, causing the procedure to fail and necessitating further surgery with associated risks
Such varying possibilities can lead to equally varying problems for the patient such as loss of mobility, loss of nerve function, infection consequences and even the death of the patient.
They may need personal care or household support and they may require specialist equipment or treatment in order to manage their symptoms and the consequences of the negligence.
How to claim compensation
Where a medical professional has caused the patient to suffer an adverse outcome and long-term consequences, a successful compensation claim would address those consequences. Where appropriate, this may include a loss of earnings, both past and future, if the patient is now unable to work or is restricted in the hours or type of work which they can undertake.
It may also include any associated costs necessitated by the impact of the negligence.
In the first instance, you should talk to a specialist solicitor. They will listen to your account of what has happened so you need to make sure that you have details such as dates, procedures, relevant medical facilities and interactions with professionals as well as the symptoms and difficulties which you are now experiencing.
If appropriate, they will obtain copies of your medical records and engage the services of the best medical experts to analyse the quality of your care.
If you have been the victim of negligent care which has affected your health and quality of life, they will make a comprehensive assessment of the financial losses which you have incurred and are likely to experience in the future.
Speak to a medical negligence specialist
Glynns Solicitors is a dedicated medical negligence legal practice with a team of experienced lawyers and extensive expertise in complex, high-value claims.
Contact us today to talk to a solicitor, free of charge, about the possibility of making a claim.
We can offer No Win No Fee medical negligence funding which we will discuss with you during your free initial telephone discussion.
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