Pressure Sores compensation claim
Bridge McFarland LLP won £70,000 for a client who suffered a pressure sore on his lower back following surgery for an appendectomy. The Claimant was left with a permanent ‘crater’ like defect which caused him tremendous discomfort when sitting and affected his ability to do his job as a taxi driver.
In this case the Claimant developed a pressure sore following an appendectomy. The Claimant’s risk of developing a pressure sore was not reassessed following his operation and, as a result, no preventative measures were put in place and he developed a pressure sore to the sacrum (lower back). This was, unfortunately, allowed to progress to a Grade 3 pressure sore which, owing to its extent, necessitated the Claimant to undergo further surgical procedures in order to aid the sore to heal. The Claimant was left with a permanent ‘crater’ like defect to the sacrum. Which caused him tremendous discomfort when sitting and affected his ability to do his job as a taxi driver. The Defendant trust did not admit that their treatment was negligent and so court proceedings were issued. Following exchange of medical evidence settlement negotiations commenced and damages were agreed in the sum of £70,000.
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