Double Incontinence Impact of Cauda Equina Syndrome Negligence
Loss of the function of the cauda equina nerves in the lumbar region of the spine can leave an individual with loss of control and sensation in both the bladder and the bowel. Speak to a specialist solicitor if negligent medical care has contributed to this shocking outcome.
Financial losses
Of course, the long-term effects of cauda equina syndrome are not only a matter of physical, practical and psychological challenges, it can also have a significant and highly-distressing impact on an individual's finances. Both in terms of loss of income if it is now difficult to work or in terms of additional costs because of the need to manage one's symptoms, the financial impact can be overwhelming.
Where negligent medical care has contributed to this appalling situation, a successful compensation claim would address not only the patient's pain and suffering but would also include a meticulous assessment of the ways in which the symptoms are affecting the person's life and the associated costs.
This could include compensating the patient's loss of earnings, both past and future, as well as covering costs such as equipment, treatment, care and adaptations to the home where this is necessitated by the impact of the negligence.
Negligent medical care and deterioration of symptoms
In the process of diagnosis of compression of the cauda equina nerves, a delay can mean that the compression increases and the associated loss of bladder and bowel control worsens. The patient may be left with permanent and disabling symptoms which would not have been the case with an earlier diagnosis.
Where negligent medical care has caused such a delay and, therefore, caused the worsening in long-term outcome, it may be possible to make a claim.
Examples of negligence which might bring about such a delay could include a failure of examination, a misdiagnosis of symptoms, a delay in making a referral for an MRI scan and a failure of red flag advice.
The need for specialist legal support
Compensation claims for medical negligence can be complicated and associated with very strict procedures and deadlines. Claims related to cauda equina syndrome are especially complex, requiring extensive expertise and experience as well as access to the best medical experts.
Speak to Glynns Solicitors if you or a loved one are facing the challenges of incontinence due to negligent care of cauda equina syndrome.
Specialists in medical negligence law, we can offer a wealth of experience in these often high-value claims.
Contact us today to talk to a solicitor, free of charge, about the possibility of making a claim.
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