Spinal Surgery Claims

Spinal surgery can be life-changing, eliminating excruciating pain that you may have suffered from for years. However when errors occur during this type of operation, you might experience long-lasting health problems that could impact the rest of your life.

Our medical negligence lawyers are here to help you claim compensation if something went wrong during your surgery. We can help if your surgeon made mistakes during:

Spinal fusion surgery
Discectomies
Disc replacement surgery
Laminectomies
Aminotomies

Complications during spinal surgery can be very serious, sometimes causing irreversible damage to the spinal cord which can result in loss of sensation and even paralysis. Other problems that can occur relating to spinal operations include:

Unnecessary surgery due to an incorrect diagnosis of back pain
Delays in surgery causing further health problems
Operating on the wrong part of the spine
Anaesthesia problems
Errors resulting in nerve damage/damage to the spinal cord

Our solicitors have the experience and knowledge needed to get the best outcome for you. We can help you secure compensation to pay for rehabilitation.

We offer a free initial consultation to discuss your case and how we could help. Most of our medical negligence claims are funded on a No Win No Fee basis*, meaning that there are no legal fees to pay upfront.

For a free initial consultation about making a spinal surgery claim, call us today on 0800 121 6567 or contact us online and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

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What Can Go Wrong In Spinal Fusion Surgery?

Spinal fusion surgery is used to join two or more of your vertebrae together using bone grafts or artificial screws and rods. This technique can strengthen the spine and prevent pain which can be caused by spondylolisthesis…

… (when a vertebrae slips out of place) or degenerative disc disease (discs gradually wearing down).

When errors are made during spinal fusion surgery, the results can be very painful. We might be able to help you make a claim if your surgeon:

Failed to prevent infection (most commonly in cases involving the insertion of rods)
Damaged other vertebrae or organs during surgery
Caused nerve damage (which can cause paralysis)
Incorrectly performed a bone graft
Made errors when inserting rods and plates
Didn’t recommend rehabilitation when needed after surgery

Negligent surgery can leave you with further spinal problems which may need extensive treatment to relieve the pain. We can help you secure compensation which can help pay for treatment and advice from spinal care experts, making sure you make the best recovery possible.

If you’d like to make a claim after errors during your spinal fusion surgery, contact us today on 0800 121 6567.

What Errors Can Be Made In A Discectomy?

Discectomies are performed in order to remove the entirety or part of a herniated disk which is located between your vertebrae. This procedure can be advised to solve problems caused by damaged discs which can put pressure on the surrounding nerves and spinal cord.

Unfortunately surgeons sometimes make errors during discectomies but we’re here to help if this has happened to you. We could help you make a claim if your surgeon:

Severed an artery during surgery
Delayed surgery (this can lead to nerve compression)
Failed to remove the disc completely
Damaged the dura (outer membrane of the spinal cord)
Caused a nerve injury (including the sciatic nerve)
Didn’t refer you for necessary physiotherapy/hydrotherapy
Failed to advise you about post-operative care

Our lawyers have the in-depth medical knowledge needed to handle your spinal surgery claim efficiently while securing the compensation you need to look after your care needs.

To find more about making a spinal surgery claim, contact us free on 0800 121 6567.

What Constitutes Negligence In A Laminectomy?

A laminectomy is a surgical procedure which involves removing part of the bone at the back of a vertebra (called the lamina) which opens up the centre of your spinal column. This treatment is sometimes sought to improve spinal stenosis (when the space inside the spine narrows)…

… and is also often completed alongside a discectomy.

During laminectomy procedures, the following things could go wrong:

Delayed surgery causing a more severe spinal fluid leak
Errors causing spinal nerve damage which can create weakness, pain and loss of sensation
Injections around the wound or vertebral bones
Problems with anaesthetic dosage
Inadequate post-operative care and advice

You’re entitled to a good quality of care and your surgeon should give you advice on what to expect during the procedure, and guidance on the recovery process. If you haven’t received a reasonable standard of care, we’re here to assist. We can help you make a claim for compensation, securing funds that recognise your unnecessary pain and suffering plus to cover any further treatment costs.

To find out more about making a claim for a poorly conducted laminectomy, contact our expert lawyers today on 0800 121 6567 to set-up a free initial consultation.

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