Specialist medical negligence solicitors from Switalskis who are supporting clients who have suffered avoidable harm after breast cancer treatment at hospitals in County Durham have expressed ‘deep concern’ over reports that the Trust concerned is now to review the care of a further 4,500 women.

Cauda equina syndrome (CES) is a medical emergency where delayed diagnosis can cause permanent damage to bladder, bowel function, mobility and sensation. Recognising red flag symptoms such as bladder changes, saddle numbness and leg weakness is crucial to ensuring urgent treatment and reducing the risk of lasting injury.

Switalskis' specialist medical negligence solicitors have expressed renewed concern following findings that 20 women underwent unnecessary mastectomies at County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust.

Switalskis’ specialist medical negligence solicitors are supporting an increasing number of former patients of colorectal surgeon Marc Lamah, who are seeking answers about treatment they received under his care.

Switalskis specialist medical negligence solicitors have responded after a Care Quality Commission inspection (CQC) identified significant shortfalls in standards of care at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King’s Lynn NHS Foundation Trust.

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Switalskis’ specialist medical negligence solicitors express their concerns after an investigation found evidence that patients have suffered harm following delays in diagnosis and access to specialist care through the NHS referral process.

Reports of a deaf patient receiving the wrong vaccine due to a lack of British Sign Language interpreting support have raised concerns about ongoing communication issues for deaf patients across the NHS. The cases highlight the serious consequences of inadequate communication and the need for better access to BSL interpreters for deaf patients.