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Sepsis: Medical negligence claims

Sepsis is a serious bodily reaction to an infection. It’s a widespread condition, with an estimated 245,000 cases every year in the UK. With timely and effective treatment, it’s possible to avoid sepsis entirely or to make a full recovery and suffer no lasting effects.

But things can go wrong. When sepsis isn’t recognised by medical staff quickly enough, it then becomes more difficult to treat and more dangerous. There are also occasions when patients show signs of sepsis or notice them in someone they care about, but when they seek medical attention, they are misdiagnosed.

Developing sepsis as a result of insufficient care is a serious form of hospital negligence. While nothing can change the pain or upsetting experiences caused by sepsis negligence, it is possible to move on. Speaking to sepsis claims solicitors is one way to start this process.

About our No Win No Fee sepsis claims

When it comes to medical negligence, sepsis can be a serious consequence.

For people who suffer sepsis, but fail to receive the correct treatment, the outcome can be fatal. While some patients have to spend months in hospital on the road to recovery, others lose their loved ones under devastating circumstances.

If you suffered sepsis at the hands of your primary care team, or someone close to you has sadly passed away after developing sepsis in hospital, our sepsis negligence solicitors can help.

At Been Let Down, we have a proven track record of winning claims against medical professionals. We make it our mission to help clients pursue the compensation they deserve, and we offer many sepsis claims cases on a No Win No Fee basis. That means you won’t pay unless we win – because we’re here to help you move on.

What is sepsis?

Sepsis is a severe and life-threatening reaction to an existing infection in the body.

According to the World Health Organization, there were at least 11 million sepsis-related deaths in 2020 – that’s a figure that represents one-fifth of all global deaths. Because sepsis gets worse very quickly, patients need treatment in hospital straight away. Without early intervention, it can lead to septic shock and cause organ failure.

What are the symptoms of sepsis?

Various physical symptoms can make sepsis difficult to spot, especially since many are similar to those of other common illnesses such as chest infections or the flu. Many people choose to pursue a sepsis claim because the early signs were missed.

It’s important to call 999 immediately if you suspect sepsis in yourself or someone else. The symptoms of sepsis vary according to someone’s age.

Not all symptoms may be present, but if any of them are, always seek medical attention immediately.

In babies and young children, sepsis can present with the following symptoms:

• A red rash that doesn’t fade if a glass is pressed or rolled over it, much like meningitis
• Difficulty breathing, including rasping, grunting, or breathlessness
• Drowsiness and fatigue, or excessive sleepiness
• Weak, high-pitched crying that doesn’t sound like their usual cry
• Pale, grey, blueish or blotchy skin, lips or tongue – on children with brown or black skin, this may be easier to see on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet

Some of those symptoms may appear in adults, who may also seem confused or have slurred speech.

When a doctor or healthcare professional fails to recognise sepsis, the consequences can be fatal. At Been Let Down, we have extensive experience in supporting our clients through sepsis misdiagnosis claims to help them recover both physically and financially.

Who is most likely to get sepsis?

Unfortunately, sepsis can develop in anyone who already has an infection. Some groups are more vulnerable to developing it, and these include:

• People aged over 75
• Babies under 12 months old, especially if they were born prematurely
• People who have diabetes
• Anyone with a weakened immune system, for example, due to chemotherapy treatment or certain autoimmune conditions
• People who have recently had surgery, or are recovering from serious illness
• Women who have just had a miscarriage, abortion or have recently given birth

If you’re more likely to get a serious infection, seek medical assistance as soon as you can. Vulnerable people should always be prioritised and given the appropriate hospital care to reduce their chances of developing sepsis.

Why make a medical negligence claim for sepsis?

If you’ve been unlucky enough to suffer sepsis in hospital, mistakes or misjudgement by medical staff could have been involved. We encourage you to go ahead with a claim to help you recover. If a loved one has passed away as a result of sepsis, a claim could help you to obtain compensation, to provide you with the breathing space you need to start rebuilding your lives.

When medical teams fail to recognise at-risk patients or fail to provide them with preventative treatment, the consequences point to sepsis negligence. If someone was already displaying symptoms of sepsis, but a doctor or nurse failed to respond appropriately, this may warrant a misdiagnosis claim for sepsis.

At Been Let Down, our specialist team of sepsis claims solicitors has the right experience to help you win. With an honest and supportive approach, we’ll guide you through every step of the process. We do everything we can to secure your sepsis negligence compensation quickly, but if your case does go to court, you can rest assured you’ll be in capable hands.

What our experts say about sepsis

Carla Duprey Solicitor in our Medical Negligence Team says;

Patients often suffer from sepsis when they are already experiencing issues with their health. The effects can be devastating. Our dedicated team understand the need to deal with these cases sensitively and efficiently, to ensure that the client or family members obtain the compensation needed to help them to move forward.

Sepsis claims FAQs

Why choose Been Let Down to help you claim for sepsis?

If you’re ready to go ahead and start the process, we can help you. At Been Let Down, we take a personal and proactive approach to sepsis negligence and misdiagnosis claims. Our medical negligence experts use this approach to guide your case to the best possible outcome.

Here are just a few more reasons why you can rely on us:

• We’re fully accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
• You won’t pay a penny unless you win – because we offer many No Win No Fee
• Our solicitors are members of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers, The Law Society and Liverpool Law Society.
• We’re an independent law firm with nearly 20 years of experience to help you win.
• We’re committed to securing the best results for our clients, and that’s reflected in hundreds of positive reviews.

Contact us today

You deserve to be compensated fairly and fully for sepsis negligence whether it occurred in hospital, in a hospice or at home. When medical professionals fail in their duty of care, we’re here to stand up for you and hold them accountable.

Get in touch today to start your sepsis claim with Been Let Down. Please call us on 0800 234 3234 or enquire online and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.