This month we are looking at the failure to diagnose cancer and the failure to refer patients who display recurring symptoms. The consequences of the delay in cancer diagnosis vary in severity depending on how long the delay has been and how long the cancer has been present. Nevertheless even the shortest of delays can…
DetailsThis month we look at Mesh Implants and the possible complications that can arise when they are used for treatment. A mesh implant is a surgical device used to treat a variety of injuries such as vaginal and bladder prolapse as well as hernia repairs. Whilst this can sometimes be effective at preventing future hernia’s…
DetailsTreatment in a number of settings can give rise to allegations of clinical negligence, although most commonly it is treatment provided by a hospital, or General Practitioner that give rise to these allegations.
DetailsEffective medical treatment requires the illness or injury a patient is suffering from, to be diagnosed accurately and efficiently. Unfortunately, sometimes the diagnosis given is not the correct one. This misdiagnosis can have significant consequences upon a patient’s treatment and recovery.
DetailsThe birth of a child should be an experience that parents can look forward to. Most births are straightforward but sometimes things can go wrong. The effects of this can be severe for both the parents and the child. This is known as birth injury.
DetailsMany patients do not realise that they may be eligible to pursue a claim for medical negligence against GPs. If you have been a victim of GP negligence, it may be that you are entitled to compensation. It can be very frustrating when attending your GP surgery if you do not believe that your GP…
DetailsA dentist can be negligent in various ways.
Many people do not realise that they may be eligible to pursue a claim for damages in clinical negligence against a Dentist, in the same way that claims can be pursued against General Practitioners or Hospitals. They therefore often choose to live their lives suffering the consequences of negligent dental treatment.
DetailsCare Home negligence can be especially troubling, given that you are trusting the Care Home staff to care for your loved ones when they are often at their most vulnerable. Whilst your loved one is in a Care Home, you expect for them to be treated with kindness and compassion. You also expect for them…
DetailsMedical negligence is otherwise known as clinical negligence. Every clinician in the healthcare industry has a duty of care to their patients. It could be your GP, dentist or optician. Perhaps you are a patient in hospital, resident in a care home or you receive care in your own home. Clinical negligence occurs because anyone who provides you with medical treatment is capable of simple “human error”.
DetailsThe government’s newly announced plans to introduce a ‘fast-track’ compensation scheme for parents in England whose children who are injured at birth should be treated with caution, a medical negligence expert has advised. Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt announced an £8 million funding investment for a birth injuries ‘rapid redress’ service in October this year. The…
DetailsStruggling with mental health problems while dealing with medical negligence can feel like an uphill battle. This World Mental Health day we are shining a spotlight onto an issue that often gets pushed to the side or forgotten about – being the victim of medical negligence can severely impact upon your mental health, and poor…
DetailsMore and more people are making the decision to undergo cosmetic surgery as treatments like breast augmentation, weight loss surgery, fillers and botox become more affordable and accessible to more than simply the A List celebrities. But, what happens when cosmetic surgery goes wrong? Will your surgeon still be there to pursue your complaint…
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