Retained Surgical Instrument Compensation Claims

Compensation claims arising out of retained surgical instruments are unfortunately increasing and causing physical and mental pain.

Examples include retained instruments following a caesarean section; retained sponges following abdominal surgery; retained surgical clips following shoulder surgery.

These retained products cause ongoing pain and suffering, sometimes for many years, until they are located and further surgery is then needed to remove them.

Audits should be performed following surgery to ensure that all surgical equipment is accounted for; but mistakes happen as a result of a failing in the standard of care given to the patient by the Doctor.

Claims for compensation can be brought against the Hospital Trust where pain has been caused and /or surgery has to be undertaken as a result of such retained surgical instruments. You may also claim compensation for the pain and suffering associated with their removal.

Compensation claims in this area are increasing.

Pinstripe make it easy for you to claim compensation. All you need to do is complete the simple online form opposite and the experienced and friendly claims team will handle it from there. It’s that easy!