Sinus Surgery Negligence Compensation Claims
If sinus surgery goes wrong, the long-term consequences can be devastating, reducing an individual's capacity to work and their ability to remain independent.
The risks of sinus surgery
By virtue of its location around the eyes, sinus surgery can pose a threat to the patient's sight and, in the worst case scenario, to their brain function. Often performed through the use of an endoscope, or lighted tube inserted via the nostril, this delicate procedure can cause a range of debilitating injuries.
- The optic nerve which provides communication between the eye and the brain can be injured during endoscopic sinus surgery. This may result in loss of vision.
- Damage to the muscles around the eye can lead to double vision which can be extremely debilitating.
- Rarely, damage to the brain can occur due to sinus surgery
The impact of medical negligence
The physical, practical, psychological and financial impact of any of the above scenarios can be devastating.
The psychological adjustment necessary to their new situation can be very demanding for many patients. Their daily routines may need to change dramatically and their quality of life is likely to suffer considerably. They may find that they are restricted in what work they can undertake if they are able to work at all. Their personal and social relationships may struggle.
In some cases, it may be necessary for the patient to receive additional care support to help them with daily personal and household tasks.
The combination of additional costs of living and care, as well as the possible loss of income can be a heavy burden.
If such a distressing outcome is due to poor-quality medical care, it may be appropriate to make a claim for compensation. A successful compensation claim can provide recompense for the pain, suffering and financial losses caused by the negligence.
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If you or a loved one are struggling to cope with the impact of negligent sinus surgery, contact Glynns Solicitors. We are a specialist medical negligence legal practice with a team of experienced lawyers, all experts in medical negligence compensation claims.
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