Negligent Surgery And Compensation Claims
If negligent surgery has left you or a loved one struggling with on-going problems, it may be possible to make a claim for compensation.
Surgery and the potential for errors
Thousands of surgical procedures take place in the NHS every day, the vast majority of which produce positive, desirable results. Occasionally, however, an error occurs which leaves the patient suffering permanent debilitating symptoms and a reduced quality of life.
The complex nature of many surgical procedures means that the patient can suffer from negligence and a poor outcome in a variety of ways including the following:
- Use of inappropriate techniques may leave the patient with a damaging outcome and the need for further surgery
- The use of an incorrect implant or prosthesis will cause on-going problems and may necessitate further surgery
- A retained object after surgery may cause significant on-going problems and damage the patient's health and well-being, requiring further surgery to resolve the problem
- A nearby organ or anatomical structure may be damaged, causing significant problems, such as a perforated bowel
- A nearby nerve may be damaged causing loss of nerve function and associated problems
- The positioning of the patient during extended surgery may cause long-term health difficulties
- A failure to provide prophylactic antibiotics may allow the patient to develop a post-operative infection, threatening sepsis and multiple organ failure
The impact of surgical negligence
The knock-on effects of a significant failing in surgery can reduce an individual's capacity to work and their ability to function in their own home independently. They may become dependent on a wheelchair or personal support.
In addition, the problems caused by the initial negligence may mean that the patient has to undergo one or more further surgical procedures, facing the risks associated with that.
Claiming compensation
If a patient suffers because of poor-quality medical care, they are entitled to compensation. If, for example, they are unable to work to the same degree or in the same field of employment as before their surgery, they may be suffering a significant reduction in income. If so, a claim for compensation would take this into account as well as any additional costs experienced by the patient as a result of the negligence such as costs of care or the need for adjustments to the home.
Speak to a solicitor
If you or a loved one are struggling with the impact of a significant failing in care during surgery, contact Glynns Solicitors, specialists in medical negligence law. One of our team of experienced lawyers will be very happy to talk to you.
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