Cauda Equina Syndrome Treatment
Cauda Equina Syndrome is a medical emergency, and must be treated as quickly as possible. Medical professionals should immediately recognise the signs and symptoms of Cauda Equina, which in itself should be sufficient to make a diagnosis. Additional tests such as an MRI scan or a CT scan can also prove useful in confirming the presence of Cauda Equina Syndrome.
Once a diagnosis has been made, there should be no delay in organising treatment. The sooner the nerves are decompressed, the more chance a patient has of making a recovery. While some may be treated with medication such as antibiotics or anti-inflammatory tablets, it is likely an operation will be needed to surgically decompress the nerves.
It is also important medical professionals identify the root cause of a patient’s Cauda Equina Syndrome, as there may be an underlying problem that requires treatment. For example, if compression is being caused by a tumour, the appropriate cancer treatment will need to be arranged. Or, if a patient has a herniated disk, surgery should be performed to remove the disk material.
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We provide a completely free of charge, no obligation assessment of your situation. We will advise you whether you can make a claim, whether any treatment is available which might improve your Cauda Equina Syndrome, and if you decide to make a claim for medical negligence compensation we will usually be able to help you under a No Win No Fee Medical Negligence claim agreement or other funding arrangements may be available.
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