Life-Changing Medical Negligence in Cauda Equina Syndrome
Negligent medical management of compression of the cauda equina nerves can alter the course and nature of a person's life. If this shocking situation has affected either you or a loved one, contact a legal specialist to discuss the possibility of making a claim for compensation.
Life-changing delays
A delay in either diagnosis or treatment of compression of the cauda equina nerves in the lumbar region of the spine can leave the patient struggling with multiple disabilities, a condition referred to as cauda equina syndrome.
Cauda equina syndrome is a progressive condition where increasing pressure on the nerves causes increasing loss of lower body function. As a result, compression of the nerves, often caused by a ruptured disc or inflammation in the spine, needs to be diagnosed at the earliest possible stage.
A few hours of deterioration can be sufficient for the patient for the patient's additional function losses to become permanent.
The impact of cauda equina syndrome
The symptoms associated with cauda equina syndrome can undermine a person's quality of life completely and restrict the activities, everyday tasks and work which they are able to manage.
The appalling symptoms associated with this disabling condition include loss of mobility and loss of control of bladder and bowel.
If unlucky, the patient may find that they are severely restricted in the work which they can do and are reliant to some degree on personal care specialist equipment.
Negligent medical care
Failings on the part of medical professionals, whether in hospital or at the GP surgery, which may cause a delay in diagnosis could include the following:
- A failure to carry out a thorough assessment of the patient, thereby missing key symptoms
- A failure to recognise the significance of the patient's symptoms
- A failure to understand the urgency of the patient's condition
- A failure to provide red flag advice where this is necessary
- A delay in making a referral for an MRI scan or a failure to make such a referral
If it is found that such a failing has caused the patient to suffer a worse outcome than should have been the case with an acceptable level of care, speak to a legal specialist about the possibility of making a claim.
Glynns Solicitors
Glynns is a dedicated medical negligence legal firm with a specific focus on cauda equina syndrome claims.
Contact us today to talk to a solicitor, free of charge, about the possibility of making a claim.
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