Undiagnosed Fracture Claims
Misdiagnosed or undiagnosed fractures can cause unnecessary pain and suffering and it may also affect the healing process. In some cases, it also causes permanent disability and an incorrect growth. When fractures are misdiagnosed or undiagnosed, it can also lead to unnecessary treatment or the wrong type of treatment. The patient may be required to take unnecessary medication or the wrong type of medication. If the fracture leads to further injuries in the affected area, the patient may also have to undergo a serious operation. Apart from physical pain and suffering, undiagnosed or misdiagnosed fractures can also lead to stress, anxiety and financial losses.
If you have suffered as a result of undiagnosed fractures, you may be eligible to make undiagnosed fracture claims for compensation.
Common Symptoms of Undiagnosed Fractures
The symptoms are as follows:
- localised pain
- bleeding
- swelling
- weak pulse directly below the fracture
- paralysis
- numbness
- dislocation
We Can Help You Make Undiagnosed Fracture Claims
It is the responsibility of the Accident and Emergency Department to recognise a patient’s fracture. They must carry out tests, look for the symptoms present and find out how the accident was caused. A fracture may remain undiagnosed due to a number of reasons. For example, if the medical professional has failed to take an x-ray, it can give rise to undiagnosed fractures. In addition, if the x-ray was taken at the wrong angle, it may not be possible for the doctor to pick up the fracture.
If you have suffered as a result of undiagnosed fractures, we can help you make a No Win No Fee undiagnosed fracture claim. Our personal injury claim solicitors are experts in helping victims recover compensation for the pain and losses they have suffered as a result of clinical negligence.
To speak to our specialist clinical negligence solicitors regarding undiagnosed fractures, simply complete our online claim form and request a call back.
