Negligent hernia surgery & hernia misdiagnosis claims
Negligent hernia surgery & hernia misdiagnosis claims
Hernias are common across the UK and most people don’t experience any negative or long-lasting side effects from the condition. However, there are those that find they are let down by the healthcare system after being misdiagnosed or receiving inadequate hernia surgery, leading to further treatment being required.
The lack of symptoms when people develop a hernia means it’s simple to miss the warning signs. But when left untreated, hernias can cause complications that are potentially life-threatening and require urgent medical attention. There are also risks associated with surgery for hernias, including damaging other areas of the body through surgical errors and poor technique leading to a hernia returning after surgery.
Read moreThose that have been affected by medical negligence have the right to hold those responsible to account for the suffering they have endured. If you believe you have a case following hernia surgery or misdiagnosis, Your Legal Friend is here to help you. We pride ourselves on working with those affected by medical negligence and we can represent you too. Backed by our expert and skilled team of medical negligence solicitors, we will ensure your case has the best outcome possible.
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Laura is recognised within the legal profession as a leader in the field of medical negligence and serious injury compensation. Laura has acted in a wide range of cases over her 17 years of practice and has particular expertise in acting for children who have suffered brain injury due to mismanaged birth or surgical errors, and in managing claims that have resulted in the death of a loved one. Laura has achieved a number of large settlements including £5.4 million for a 7 year old and £4 million for an 11 year old child.
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If you’ve experienced medical negligence when you were having hernia surgery, you may be able to claim for hernia surgery compensation, holding those responsible to account and delivering you the financial compensation that you deserve.
In order to be successful, you will need to prove that medical negligence was to blame for your suffering. There are multiple ways you can showcase this, including:
Read moreTo take a case forward, you will also need to show that undue suffering was caused by the medical negligence. This can be both general and special damages, for example ranging from the pain you experienced to travel expenses you’ve had to pay out as a result.
If you believe you have a negligent hernia surgery case that you would like to take forward, our specialist solicitors are on hand to offer you expert advice. We’ll listen to your case and will help you understand if you have a claim that you could take forward and be successful.
Read lessEvery case of negligent hernia surgery is different and the compensation that claimants are rewarded is reflected in this. Due to this, it’s impossible to say how much your case could be worth without first speaking to you. Our expert and friendly team are on hand to guide you through the process and listen to your experience before putting an accurate value on your claim.
Read moreWhile we can’t say how much your negligent hernia surgery case is worth, the NHS does pay out millions every year to patients that have been affected by medical negligence, including those that have experienced negligent surgery or misdiagnosis.
When you choose to work with Your Legal Friend, you can rely on us to take the time to fully understand how you’ve been affected. A range of factors will be taken into consideration before we value your claims, such as the pain you experienced due to delayed treatment, the need for further surgery or other treatment due to negligence, or lost earnings due to not being able to work. With your personal circumstances in mind, we’ll give your claim a value that reflects your experiences and their impact.
Read lessIf you would like to make a claim for a misdiagnosed hernia or negligent hernia surgery, you must start the process within three years from the ‘date of knowledge’
In some cases, the term ‘date of knowledge’ can be confusing. It’s simply the legal term referring to the point when you first became aware of the mistakes that affected your level of care. In some cases, this point can occur a significant amount of time after your treatment. For instance, you may not be aware that the hernia surgery conducted was negligent until the hernia returns, highlighting that the surgery was not completed to an adequate standard.
Read moreIf you’re unsure whether you have a claim you can take forward or how long you have to act, we can support you. We’ll use our experience of working with those making medical negligence claims to help you understand your case, giving you an exact point by which you must take action.
Three years is the maximum amount of time you can act but you can do so sooner and where possible we advise it. This not only allows you to put the process and the medical negligence you experienced behind you sooner but it can support your case. We’ll use a wide range of evidence to support your a and in many circumstances, this can be easier to obtain the closer to the ‘date of knowledge’ we make a request.
Read lessA hernia occurs when there is a weakness in a muscle or tissue wall, allowing an internal part of the body to push through this area. While not limited to the area between the chest and hips, this is where hernias most commonly occur.
In many cases, the hernia can be pushed back in or may disappear when you lie down. Most hernias aren’t dangerous but they can be very painful and in serious cases cut off the blood supply to other areas of the body, resulting in the need for emergency surgery.
There are different types of hernias depending on where in the body the weakness in the muscle or tissue wall has occurred. The most common eight types of hernia are:
Hernias are caused by a combination of muscle weakness and strain and may develop gradually or suddenly. Weakness in the muscle wall can be the result of a number of different factors, including age, damage during injury, and surgery.
Straining can cause a hernia, particularly if muscle weakness already affects the area. Factors that strain your body and may cause a hernia include:
Read moreIn many cases, there are no or very few symptoms of a hernia, although you may notice a swelling or lump in your abdomen or groin where the tissue is poking through. Other symptoms may include a heavy feeling in the abdomen or discomfort when lifting or bending over.
While there are often no symptoms, patients with a hernia should visit their GP, allowing them to assess if surgical treatment is needed.
Read moreIf a hernia has caused the blood supply to a section of an organ to become restricted, trapped tissue, or a piece of bowel has entered the hernia it can result in more serious symptoms that indicate a medical emergency. These include:
In many instances, a hernia is visible when you stand up or can be felt when pressure is applied directly to the area. If you have concerns and visit your GP, this is typically how it will be diagnosed.
Read moreAn ultrasound scan or abdominal x-ray may also be used if the diagnosis from a simple physical examination is uncertain or if the full extent of the hernia needs to be assessed.
Read lessHernia treatment depends on a range of factors, including the type of hernia, content of the hernia, symptoms, and general health. Most hernias won’t improve without surgery but they will often not cause any further problems. For this reason, some people are advised to not take any action but monitor their condition because the risks associated with surgery outweigh the benefits.
Read moreIf it's recommended that you have surgery, it can be conducted either through open surgery or keyhole surgery. The surgery will repair the damaged muscle wall with synthetic mesh or tissue and remove part of the organ if strangulation has occurred, resulting in it becoming oxygen-starved.
Most people make a full recovery from surgery within a few weeks but there is a risk that the hernia will recur and further treatment may be needed at a later date.
Read lessThere are times when medical negligence is related to hernia surgery. In these cases, it may be possible to make a claim for negligent hernia surgery.
Read moreAll surgeries carry a level of risk but some of these are due to medical negligence. For example, in the case of hernia surgery, surgical errors could result in nerve damage, causing further damage and the possibility for additional treatment to be needed, or repair surgery that isn’t adequate may lead to the hernia reoccurring. Any surgical error can be distressing and if it’s down to medical negligence it’s right that you should be able to hold those responsible to account for the mistakes they have made.
If you’ve experienced a misdiagnosed hernia or negligent hernia surgery, we can help you take a claim forward, using our knowledge and skills.
Read lessHernias typically have very few or no symptoms, leaving the potential for hernia misdiagnosis to occur. While most hernia's do have a visible lump or swelling this isn’t always the case and when coupled with no symptoms, it can mean that a patient’s condition is simply dismissed and allowed to worsen gradually over time without the necessary treatment or surgery being delivered.
Some types of hernias, particularly hiatus hernias, are more commonly misdiagnosed. It’s possible for hernias to be misdiagnosed as several different conditions, including:
Read moreWhile in the majority of cases a hernia doesn’t present any problems a hernia misdiagnosis can mean that vital surgery is delayed.
It’s common for hernia's that are left untreated to continue to grow, in some cases, this can result is discomfort and even pain. In rare cases an untreated hernia can trap a portion of your intestine in the abdominal wall, obstruct the bowel, or place additional pressure on other nearby tissue. This can increase the pain experienced by the patient.
Read moreStrangulation may also occur, this is where a trapped section of intestines isn’t getting enough blood flow and is considered a medical emergency. A strangulated hernia that is left untreated can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention as a result.
Read lessHernias are a common condition in the UK and surgery to treat the condition is one of the most performed operations in the NHS, with thousands conducted every year. However, some research has indicated that as many as a third of people need to have a repeat procedure because the initial repair has failed.
If you’ve experienced medical negligence when you were having hernia surgery, you may be able to claim for hernia surgery compensation, holding those responsible to account and delivering you the financial compensation that you deserve.
In order to be successful, you will need to prove that medical negligence was to blame for your suffering. There are multiple ways you can showcase this, including:
Read moreTo take a case forward, you will also need to show that undue suffering was caused by the medical negligence. This can be both general and special damages, for example ranging from the pain you experienced to travel expenses you’ve had to pay out as a result.
If you believe you have a negligent hernia surgery case that you would like to take forward, our specialist solicitors are on hand to offer you expert advice. We’ll listen to your case and will help you understand if you have a claim that you could take forward and be successful.
Read lessEvery case of negligent hernia surgery is different and the compensation that claimants are rewarded is reflected in this. Due to this, it’s impossible to say how much your case could be worth without first speaking to you. Our expert and friendly team are on hand to guide you through the process and listen to your experience before putting an accurate value on your claim.
Read moreWhile we can’t say how much your negligent hernia surgery case is worth, the NHS does pay out millions every year to patients that have been affected by medical negligence, including those that have experienced negligent surgery or misdiagnosis.
When you choose to work with Your Legal Friend, you can rely on us to take the time to fully understand how you’ve been affected. A range of factors will be taken into consideration before we value your claims, such as the pain you experienced due to delayed treatment, the need for further surgery or other treatment due to negligence, or lost earnings due to not being able to work. With your personal circumstances in mind, we’ll give your claim a value that reflects your experiences and their impact.
Read lessIf you would like to make a claim for a misdiagnosed hernia or negligent hernia surgery, you must start the process within three years from the ‘date of knowledge’
In some cases, the term ‘date of knowledge’ can be confusing. It’s simply the legal term referring to the point when you first became aware of the mistakes that affected your level of care. In some cases, this point can occur a significant amount of time after your treatment. For instance, you may not be aware that the hernia surgery conducted was negligent until the hernia returns, highlighting that the surgery was not completed to an adequate standard.
Read moreIf you’re unsure whether you have a claim you can take forward or how long you have to act, we can support you. We’ll use our experience of working with those making medical negligence claims to help you understand your case, giving you an exact point by which you must take action.
Three years is the maximum amount of time you can act but you can do so sooner and where possible we advise it. This not only allows you to put the process and the medical negligence you experienced behind you sooner but it can support your case. We’ll use a wide range of evidence to support your a and in many circumstances, this can be easier to obtain the closer to the ‘date of knowledge’ we make a request.
Read lessA hernia occurs when there is a weakness in a muscle or tissue wall, allowing an internal part of the body to push through this area. While not limited to the area between the chest and hips, this is where hernias most commonly occur.
In many cases, the hernia can be pushed back in or may disappear when you lie down. Most hernias aren’t dangerous but they can be very painful and in serious cases cut off the blood supply to other areas of the body, resulting in the need for emergency surgery.
There are different types of hernias depending on where in the body the weakness in the muscle or tissue wall has occurred. The most common eight types of hernia are:
Hernias are caused by a combination of muscle weakness and strain and may develop gradually or suddenly. Weakness in the muscle wall can be the result of a number of different factors, including age, damage during injury, and surgery.
Straining can cause a hernia, particularly if muscle weakness already affects the area. Factors that strain your body and may cause a hernia include:
Read moreIn many cases, there are no or very few symptoms of a hernia, although you may notice a swelling or lump in your abdomen or groin where the tissue is poking through. Other symptoms may include a heavy feeling in the abdomen or discomfort when lifting or bending over.
While there are often no symptoms, patients with a hernia should visit their GP, allowing them to assess if surgical treatment is needed.
Read moreIf a hernia has caused the blood supply to a section of an organ to become restricted, trapped tissue, or a piece of bowel has entered the hernia it can result in more serious symptoms that indicate a medical emergency. These include:
In many instances, a hernia is visible when you stand up or can be felt when pressure is applied directly to the area. If you have concerns and visit your GP, this is typically how it will be diagnosed.
Read moreAn ultrasound scan or abdominal x-ray may also be used if the diagnosis from a simple physical examination is uncertain or if the full extent of the hernia needs to be assessed.
Read lessHernia treatment depends on a range of factors, including the type of hernia, content of the hernia, symptoms, and general health. Most hernias won’t improve without surgery but they will often not cause any further problems. For this reason, some people are advised to not take any action but monitor their condition because the risks associated with surgery outweigh the benefits.
Read moreIf it's recommended that you have surgery, it can be conducted either through open surgery or keyhole surgery. The surgery will repair the damaged muscle wall with synthetic mesh or tissue and remove part of the organ if strangulation has occurred, resulting in it becoming oxygen-starved.
Most people make a full recovery from surgery within a few weeks but there is a risk that the hernia will recur and further treatment may be needed at a later date.
Read lessThere are times when medical negligence is related to hernia surgery. In these cases, it may be possible to make a claim for negligent hernia surgery.
Read moreAll surgeries carry a level of risk but some of these are due to medical negligence. For example, in the case of hernia surgery, surgical errors could result in nerve damage, causing further damage and the possibility for additional treatment to be needed, or repair surgery that isn’t adequate may lead to the hernia reoccurring. Any surgical error can be distressing and if it’s down to medical negligence it’s right that you should be able to hold those responsible to account for the mistakes they have made.
If you’ve experienced a misdiagnosed hernia or negligent hernia surgery, we can help you take a claim forward, using our knowledge and skills.
Read lessHernias typically have very few or no symptoms, leaving the potential for hernia misdiagnosis to occur. While most hernia's do have a visible lump or swelling this isn’t always the case and when coupled with no symptoms, it can mean that a patient’s condition is simply dismissed and allowed to worsen gradually over time without the necessary treatment or surgery being delivered.
Some types of hernias, particularly hiatus hernias, are more commonly misdiagnosed. It’s possible for hernias to be misdiagnosed as several different conditions, including:
Read moreWhile in the majority of cases a hernia doesn’t present any problems a hernia misdiagnosis can mean that vital surgery is delayed.
It’s common for hernia's that are left untreated to continue to grow, in some cases, this can result is discomfort and even pain. In rare cases an untreated hernia can trap a portion of your intestine in the abdominal wall, obstruct the bowel, or place additional pressure on other nearby tissue. This can increase the pain experienced by the patient.
Read moreStrangulation may also occur, this is where a trapped section of intestines isn’t getting enough blood flow and is considered a medical emergency. A strangulated hernia that is left untreated can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention as a result.
Read lessHernias are a common condition in the UK and surgery to treat the condition is one of the most performed operations in the NHS, with thousands conducted every year. However, some research has indicated that as many as a third of people need to have a repeat procedure because the initial repair has failed.
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