Bowel Perforation
If you’ve suffered harm because of a perforated bowel during surgery, you may be entitled to compensation, and we at The Medical Law Partnership are here to help you through the process.
How common is perforated bowel during surgery?
A perforated bowel is a serious but thankfully rare complication that can occur during surgery, particularly in procedures involving the abdomen, such as laparoscopic operations, hysterectomies, or bowel resections. While skilled surgeons take every precaution to avoid such injuries, mistakes can happen, and when they do, the consequences can be life changing. If you’ve suffered harm because of a perforated bowel during surgery, you may be entitled to compensation, and we at The Medical Law Partnership are here to help you through the process.
Medical negligence claims involving a perforated bowel often arise from errors made before, during, or after surgery. Common mistakes include a surgeon failing to recognise and repair the injury during the operation, using excessive force with surgical instruments, or misinterpreting scans that could have revealed a problem earlier. Post-operative negligence can also occur if medical staff fail to monitor you properly for signs of infection or internal bleeding, which are key indicators of a perforation. Delayed diagnosis and treatment can worsen the damage, leading to severe pain, prolonged recovery, or even life-threatening complications like sepsis. If any of these errors contributed to your injury, you may have grounds for a claim.
Starting a claim with us is straightforward. The first step is to get in touch, either by phone or through our website, and one of our specialist solicitors will listen carefully to your experience. We’ll ask you about the surgery, the complications you faced, and how the injury has affected your life. From there, we’ll obtain your medical records and consult independent experts to assess whether negligence occurred. If we believe you have a strong case, we’ll guide you through the legal process, handling all the paperwork, negotiations, and, if necessary, court proceedings on your behalf. We work on a no-win, no-fee basis, so you won’t have to worry about upfront costs.
Compensation for a perforated bowel injury can cover several areas, depending on the severity of your case. This may include damages for the pain and suffering you’ve endured, any additional medical treatments or surgeries you’ve needed, and financial losses such as lost earnings if you’ve been unable to work. If your injury has led to long-term or permanent complications, such as digestive problems or the need for ongoing care, this will also be factored into your claim. Every case is different, but our goal is to secure the maximum compensation possible to help you rebuild your life.
The length of a claim can vary significantly depending on its complexity and whether the other party admits liability early on. In straightforward cases where negligence is clear, a claim may be resolved within 2 to 4 years. However, if the case is disputed or goes to court, it can take much longer. We’ll always keep you informed at every stage and work as efficiently as possible to reach a fair outcome for you.
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