Ear, nose and throat (ENT) surgery
Usually surgery in relation to the ear, nose and throat is very straightforward, but the fact that inexperienced doctors often conduct this type of surgery can lead to errors and if a patient suffers as a result of these errors, a claim for compensation could be considered.
In some ENT operations facial nerve damage may occur. It is possible that this is a recognised complication of the type of operation, but it may also be caused negligently.
ENT operations may also cause damage to the nerves linked to the vocal chords, affecting speech. Senses can be affected, such as the sense of smell, hearing and sight.
Some poor outcomes from surgery may be because there is a recognised risk, which the patient may have been warned about before the operation. Alternatively, it could be because something has gone wrong during surgery. An experienced medical negligence solicitor will be able to advise you on the possibility of bringing a claim if you feel you have been injured as a result of negligent ENT surgery.
If you have suffered as a result of a medical accident or because of sub-standard care or management, the law can help you find out what happened and why, and in some cases recover compensation for your suffering. Contact us for further information.