Pressure Sores
Re: Mr. B
Mr. B developed a pressure sore whilst in hospital undergoing an operation for an ode node carcinoma of the colon. The pressure sore would not heal partly because Mr. B was diabetic and partly because it had become so deep during his hospital admission. This resulted in a below the knee amputation of his right leg. He therefore had to undergo the amputation, rehabilitation and had a prosthetic leg. His case settled for £100,000.00 which reflected two years' loss of earnings and his out of pocket expenses, care costs and prosthetic replacements. He was 68 at the time of the claim.
This case settled without any litigation following an investigation, including obtaining the medical records and an independent expert opinion.
Re: Mrs C
Mrs C aged 80 developed pressure sores on her heels and sacrum whilst having respite care in a nursing home. She was also diabetic. The pressure sores deteriorated so that she needed an above knee amputation of one leg and a colostomy. Her settlement of £300,000.00 has allowed her loving family to care for her in a way she deserve