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Compensation of £82,500 for negligent surgery resulting in retained appendix stump
We have settled a claim for a female client whose appendix was not completely removed during surgery for appendicitis. The client presented to A&E due to vomiting and severe pain in her abdomen.
Compensation for delayed diagnosis leading to a ruptured appendix
We advised a client on a claim for delays in the diagnosis and treatment of her appendicitis at St Helier’s Hospital in Surrey. She was admitted to the hospital with severe pain in the right iliac fossa.
Settlement against hospital trust for delay in performing appendectomy
We have recently settled a claim against the West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust for a client who suffered pain and emotional distress following a delay in performing an appendectomy.
Claim for failure to advise on options available for removal of patient’s appendix
Our clinical negligence specialists acted on behalf of a patient in relation to a failure to inform him appropriately of the options for treating his appendicitis.
Negligence in diagnosis of child’s appendicitis
We are currently representing a minor in a case involving alleged failings in the diagnosis of appendicitis in April 2012. Our client was admitted to hospital over the Easter weekend.
Claim for surgical errors during laparoscopic appendicectomy
We are acting on behalf of a client for the alleged failings in the care and treatment she received during her laparoscopic appendicectomy in July 2012. The day after her surgery, she experienced severe pain and discomfort.
Claim for failure to implement patient consent rules before removing appendix
We recently settled a substantial claim for damages for a client who was not given appropriate options when consenting for surgery for removal of his appendix.
Negligent appendicectomy involving failure to remove entire appendix
We have recently settled a claim for damages for a client in relation to a failure to remove his entire appendix during a laparoscopic appendicectomy in February 2014.
Admission of liability for failure to remove entire appendix during surgery
We are advising a woman who experienced delays in the diagnosis and treatment of her appendicitis in April 2016.
Settlement achieved following negligent delay in treating appendicitis
Our clinical negligence team has achieved a settlement for the pain and suffering a client experienced, which was caused by a negligent delay in performing an appendicectomy.
Out of court settlement for a substandard appendectomy
We have recently settled a claim against Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust for a client who endured avoidable pain and suffering following a substandard appendectomy (removal of the appendix).
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