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Cauda equina syndrome can produce a range of symptoms some of which should prompt immediate investigation. Altered sensations between the legs and around the genitals are some of these symptoms. Symptoms of cauda equina syndrome One of the red flag symptoms of cauda equina syndrome is pain and tingling in the legs, especially where this … Read more

A failure to inform a patient that they must attend A&E immediately if cauda equina syndrome symptoms develop can lead to a significant claim for compensation for the poorer outcome then experienced. Development of cauda equina syndrome The symptoms of cauda equina syndrome can change and develop over time and there is no consistent and … Read more

Cauda equina syndrome is most frequently the result of a herniated disc but other conditions can cause compression of these vital nerves. What is inflammation of the spine? Inflammation of the spine is a rare condition where parts of the spine, such as the vertebrae and joints can become swollen and reddened, causing severe pain. … Read more

At what point should a competent medical practitioner refer a suspected cauda equina syndrome patient for an emergency MRI? Symptoms of cauda equina syndrome The symptoms of cauda equina syndrome can be both wide-ranging and varying in the severity and the pace with which they develop, with patients experiencing either a gradual or a sudden … Read more

Treatment of cauda equina syndrome is a medical emergency. Misdiagnosis will lead to delays in accurate diagnosis and treatment with potentially devastating outcomes. Diagnosing cauda equina syndrome When a patient presents to their GP or A&E with the red flag symptoms of cauda equina syndrome, it should raise a high level of suspicion for the … Read more

The devastating symptoms of cauda equina syndrome are caused by neurological damage. What does this mean and how does it affect the victim? The function of the nervous system Animals, including human beings, are able to respond to their environment because of their nervous system. We react to light and sound and temperature and touch … Read more

It is possible to recover from cauda equina syndrome. The patients who enjoy the best outcomes are those who have decompression surgery shortly after their symptoms start. If surgery is delayed, normal function may not be recovered. Emergency surgery for cauda equina syndrome Cauda equina syndrome is a medical emergency, which means treatment is needed … Read more

It can take a few weeks to recover from cauda equina surgery, and a further two years for function to return. Recovering from cauda equina surgery Cauda equina syndrome is treated with decompression surgery. This involves removing whatever is pressing upon the nerves – normally a slipped disc. The operation itself can traumatise the muscles, … Read more

If you have suffered permanent harm because doctors did not act upon your cauda equina syndrome quickly enough, you could be entitled to sue those responsible. Who can sue for cauda equina neglect? Cauda equina syndrome is a medical condition that requires emergency surgery. This means that medical practitioners need to recognise the symptoms, diagnose … Read more

Cauda equina syndrome causes chronic nerve root injury in the lower back. This results in neurological dysfunction in the lower half of the body. If surgery is not performed in time, dysfunction can be permanent. Chronic nerve root injury A nerve root is the part of the nerve which branches off from the spinal cord. … Read more

Are you looking for a cauda equina claim solicitor? If so please get in touch with our legal team today. We specialise in cauda equina medical negligence claims, and can help you get the compensation you deserve. Claims solicitors Bristol A claims solicitor will be able to tell you whether or not you are able … Read more

Have your cauda equina symptoms been caused by a delay in surgical treatment? If so, please get in touch with our team of solicitors. You could be entitled to make a claim for compensation. Causation in cauda equina claims When making a cauda equina claim, you will have to prove to things: Firstly, that medical … Read more

Numbness around the urinary tract, perineum, buttocks and anus are all symptoms of cauda equina syndrome. If you are experiencing a loss of sensation when going to the toilet, you need to find out whether you have this condition. Cauda equina syndrome must be treated with emergency surgery, so a quick diagnosis is vital. I … Read more

When a patient presents to a GP with the symptoms of cauda equina syndrome, an urgent referral to hospital is needed. A patient may not necessarily have cauda equina compression, but immediate investigations are needed to confirm or rule out a diagnosis. Presenting to GP with symptoms of cauda equina compression At first a patient … Read more

We have helped many people who have been affected by cauda equina syndrome claim compensation for the negligent care they received. Typical cauda equina syndrome claim A typical story is that the patient suffers a central disc prolapse at the L4/5 level, causing cauda equina compression. He/she presents with the red flag symptoms of urinary … Read more

If you developed cauda equina syndrome and your red flag symptoms were missed by medical practitioners, you could be entitled to pursue a claim for compensation. For more information, please get in touch with us today. Red flag symptoms of cauda equina syndrome Cauda equina syndrome is when the nerves at the bottom of the … Read more

Patients who suffer from missed cauda equina syndrome often attend their GP and A&E department before a diagnosis is finally made. If your cauda equina syndrome was missed by both a GP and a hospital, you could be entitled to claim compensation for the unnecessary harm you have experienced. For more information on suing a … Read more