If you have suffered because of medical error, you may wonder whether or not you have been the victim of medical negligence. In this article we explore what medical negligence means in more detail, helping you to understand whether you could be entitled to claim compensation for the damages you have sustained. Medical negligence explained … Read more
Cauda Equina Syndrome is considered to be a medical emergency. This means that medical professionals must recognise the symptoms without delay before proceeding to urgent surgical decompression. If there is a failure to do so, a patient may well have been the victim of substandard medical care. What is Cauda Equina Syndrome? Cauda equina syndrome … Read more
Cauda Equina Syndrome is a rare condition; this should not, however, prevent medical professionals from making a quick and accurate diagnosis. Indeed, there are very common symptoms associated with spinal compression, and any patient presenting the tell-tale signs should be treated with urgency. A suspected diagnosis of Cauda Equina Syndrome should be made and tests … Read more
Cauda Equina Syndrome is a rare but serious condition that requires a quick diagnosis and urgent treatment. If medical professionals fail to do so, you will understandably be feeling angry and upset about the level of care you received. You will also probably have a number of questions you would like answered. For example, why … Read more
Cauda Equina Syndrome is commonly caused by a traumatic injury that compresses the spine, putting pressure upon the bundle of nerves located at the bottom of the spinal cord. However, this is not the only way in which the condition can arise; there are in fact a number of factors that can cause Cauda Equina … Read more
If a patient is suffering from Cauda Equina Syndrome, it is vital a quick diagnosis is made. This will ensure the outlook for recovery remains positive. If, however, there is a delay, the potential for long-term damage becomes increasingly likely. Diagnosing Cauda Equina Syndrome Cauda Equina Syndrome is associated with certain red flag symptoms. These … Read more
Cauda Equina Syndrome can be caused by a variety of different reasons, one of which is a herniated disc. In this article we explore the condition more closely, explaining how a herniated disc can caused nerve compression and what treatment must be given if a patient is to make a full recovery. How does a … Read more
In the majority of cases, Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) will require urgent decompression surgery. This must be carried out without delay; otherwise a patient will be left with permanent health complications. Treating Cauda Equina Syndrome Cauda Equina Syndrome is when the nerves at the bottom of the spinal canal become compressed. There are many ways … Read more
If your Cauda Equina Syndrome claim is successful, you will be awarded a sum of compensation. In this article we explore compensation settlements in more detail, explaining what your compensation covers, how much you will receive and how to go about claiming compensation for medical errors related to Cauda Equina Syndrome. What do I receive … Read more
Cauda Equina Syndrome is a serious condition in which nerve roots at the bottom of the spinal cord become compressed. This can happen for a wide variety of reasons, including trauma, slipped disk, tumour or an inflammatory disease. Whatever the underlying cause, Cauda Equina Syndrome is considered a medical emergency. This means a diagnosis should … Read more
When the nerves located at the bottom of the spinal cord become compressed, a patient is said to be suffering from Cauda Equina Syndrome. It is a rare but serious condition that requires immediate medical treatment. The course of treatment will vary according to the underlying cause, but will usually involve emergency surgery to decompress … Read more
A patient with Cauda Equina Syndrome requires immediate diagnosis and urgent treatment. If medical professionals fail on either count, it may be that care provided fell below an acceptable standard. If this has happened to you, contact a solicitor to find out whether you can claim compensation for injuries you have sustained. Are You Entitled … Read more
If your Cauda Equina Syndrome was negligently handled by medical professionals, you might want to consider claiming compensation for the injuries you have sustained. Before you make an enquiry, however, you will probably want to know more about the procedure involved. That is why we have compiled this article, explaining the different steps in more … Read more
Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) must be treated as quickly as possible. If treatment is delayed for any reason, the prospect of permanent nerve damage becomes more and more likely. This means a patient will be unable to make a full recovery, and will be left to suffer long-term complications. How Can CES Cause Permanent Damage? … Read more
Cauda Equina Syndrome is a serious condition that can occur in a number of different ways. In this article we take a closer look at what Cauda Equina Syndrome is, how it might be caused, and what you should do if you are suffering from the condition. What is Cauda Equina Syndrome? The spinal cord … Read more
If you have had Cauda Equina Syndrome that was poorly managed by medical professionals, it is likely you will be facing long-term health complications – both of a physical and psychological nature. If so, you need to speak to a medical negligence solicitor about the treatment you received, as you may well be the victim … Read more
The majority of patients with a compressed Cauda Equina will suffer certain ‘red flag’ symptoms which should lead medical professionals to make an accurate diagnosis of Cauda Equina Syndrome. But what exactly are these red flag symptoms? And what happens if doctors do not recognise them in a timely fashion? Does this delay amount to … Read more
Considering there are relatively few cases of Cauda Equina Syndrome recorded in the UK each year, it is an illness with a disproportionately high number of medical negligence claims. In fact, there were 63 Cauda Equina medical negligence claims worldwide between 2003 and 2007, 43 of which were in the UK. Many concluded in large … Read more
Cauda Equina Syndrome is considered a medical emergency. This means it poses a serious risk to patient’s long term health, and so must be treated as soon as possible. Why is Cauda Equina a Medical Emergency? Cauda Equina Syndrome is a condition in which the bundle of nerves located at the bottom of the spinal … Read more
Cauda Equina Syndrome must be diagnosed in the early stages, as this will greatly improve a patient’s outlook for recovery. But how exactly is Cauda Equina Syndrome diagnosed? What happens if there is a delay? And does a delay amount to medical negligence? How to Diagnose Cauda Equina Syndrome When diagnosing Cauda Equina Syndrome, medical … Read more