Treatment Negligence in Necrotising Fasciitis and How to Make a Claim
Without prompt and effective treatment for a necrotising fasciitis infection, the patient is likely to suffer a worse outcome and may possibly die. Speak to a solicitor if this situation has affected you or a loved one.
Medical negligence in the diagnosis and treatment of necrotising fasciitis
A delay in the treatment of necrotising fasciitis is not an insignificant issue:
- Not only is this appalling infection virulent and fast-spreading
- Not only does it cause the decay of all tissue that it infects
- Not only can it lead to significant deformity, disability and, in some circumstances, the loss of a limb
- It can also lead to the death of the patient
Medical negligence in relation to the diagnosis and treatment of necrotising fasciitis is a very serious affair. If this has happened to you or a loved one, it may be appropriate to make a claim for compensation for the impact of this shocking infection.
This appalling infection is a medical emergency. Treatment in the form of antibiotics and surgical removal of all infected tissue must be commenced as soon as possible if the patient is suspected of having this life-threatening infection.
The more time that passes between the patient raising their concerns and the commencement of treatment, the more the infection will spread and the greater area of the patient's body will be affected. This may result in more extensive loss of bodily tissue and a greater risk of organ damage, sepsis, loss of bodily functions, amputation and death.
How to make a claim
Necrotising fasciitis is fairly rare and medical professionals are not always familiar with its signs and symptoms. However, any concerns or uncertainty they may have about a diagnosis should lead them to seek a second opinion or specialist advice. A failure to do so, thereby leaving the patient to suffer a worsening outcome may be regarded as negligent.
Speak to a legal specialist who will be able to obtain copies of your medical records and investigate the quality of your care.
If it is found that you have suffered from negligent care, they will assess the impact which it has had on you and your quality of life, taking into consideration any loss of income or financial costs which you have suffered as a consequence of the negligence.
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Glynns Solicitors is a dedicated medical negligence legal practice with a team of expert lawyers and many years' experience in complex, high-value necrotising fasciitis claims.
Contact us today to talk to a solicitor, free of charge, about the possibility of making a claim.
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