Medical Mismanagement of Cauda Equina Compression Symptoms
Failings in the medical management of compression of the cauda equina nerves in the lower back can leave a patient suffering with permanent cauda equina syndrome, a disabling condition affecting lower body function.
Responding to the possible symptoms of cauda equina compression
Adhering to the guidelines for the management of possible symptoms of cauda equina compression is crucial to an early diagnosis and timely surgical treatment. The following symptoms may be indicative of compression of these crucial nerves and a failure to consider this possibility may be regarded as negligent:
- Bilateral sciatica symptoms or weakness in the legs
- Lower back pain
- Altered perineal sensation
- Altered urinary experience
- Altered bladder sensation
- Altered bowel sensation
Failing to consider the possible implications of the patient's symptoms may lead to a delay in the patient undergoing an MRI scan, achieving a definite diagnosis and undergoing surgery, which can sometimes be a matter of emergency.
A delay of even a few hours can cause a significant difference in the patient's long-term outcome, rendering them disabled, with loss of mobility and double incontinence. Increasing compression of the nerves leads to increasing loss of function in the lower body.
Claiming compensation for the impact of negligent medical care
Inevitably, the impact of symptoms such as incontinence and paralysis can be devastating, utterly changing the way in which the patient lives and the things they are able to do.
An individual can find that they are now struggling to work. They may no longer be able to pursue their former career and may be limited in the hours which they can manage.
They may struggle to navigate safely around their own home and require alterations to their environment and depend on some degree of personal care and household support.
If this distressing outcome is due, in full or in part, to negligent medical management of the symptoms of cauda equina compression, a successful compensation claim can address the financial implications of the impact.
Speak to a legal specialist
Glynns Solicitors is a dedicated medical negligence legal practice with a specific focus on high-value, complex cauda equina syndrome claims.
Over many years we have developed extensive expertise in assessing the impact of this disabling condition and have access to the best medical experts who will analyse the quality of your care and the impact of any negligence on your health and quality of life.
Contact us today to talk to a solicitor, free of charge, about the possibility of claiming compensation for medical mismanagement of cauda equina syndrome symptoms.
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