Amputation Following Surgery
Our client Mr TA had an amputation following several orthopaedic procedures which went wrong. Here is what happened.
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Substandard Fusion And Care Resulting From Multiple Failures Leads To Below Knee Amputation
Substandard fusion of the ankle and substandard follow up care results in a below knee amputation. A sad case of multiple failures which were admitted and which resulted in the amputation.
Substandard Fusion And Care Resulting From Multiple Failures Leads To Below Knee Amputation
Mr TA, who was previously employed as a bed salesman, a part-time Funeral Director and an occasional Freelance Butler, had always been in good general health. After multiple failures over a 4 year period.
Mr TA underwent an amputation of his leg.
He required aids and equipment, adaptations to his home, adaptive footwear, prosthetics, rehabilitation, and adaptations to his lifestyle. He suffered depression and his mental and emotional health were affected as well his personal relationships and employment.
His upper limb was affected through use of a wheelchair and he also required a number of surgeries which were as a result of the negligence.
A keen horse rider, he was unable to ride for a number of years.
Moosa Duke Solicitors are an experienced team of specialist clinical negligence solicitors and specialise in cases involving orthopaedic care. Please call us for a no-obligation discussion on 01162547456 or email us at enquiries@moosaduke.com.
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