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If you’ve been affected by a late diagnosis or misdiagnosis of cervical cancer, you may be entitled to make a medical negligence compensation claim
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If diagnosed early, cervical cancer can usually be treated effectively. However, a delayed diagnosis can lead to the progression of the condition, with potentially devastating consequences. These include a poorer prognosis, the need for a more aggressive treatment, more financial losses and a more profound emotional impact.
All medical staff have a duty to provide a certain standard of care. If this duty is breached and a patient suffers avoidable harm as a result, they are entitled to compensation for their pain and suffering, including for cervical cancer misdiagnosis.
If you or a loved one have been affected by a late or missed diagnosis of cervical cancer, call 0800 470 0474 today to find out if you could start a claim. Alternatively, enter your details here, and you will receive a call back from a friendly legal adviser.
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Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the lower part of the uterus, known as the cervix. In the UK, it is the 14th most common cancer, with around 3,300 new cases and 850 deaths per year. It mainly affects women under the age of 45 and is primarily caused by several strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV), a common sexually transmitted infection (STI).
There are two main types of cervical cancer:
The most important risk factors for cervical cancer include HPV infection, smoking, a weakened immune system, early sexual activity and having other STIs. It can be prevented through HPV vaccinations, safe sex practices, regular cervical screenings and quitting smoking.
There are typically no symptoms in the early stages of cervical cancer, but these could include:
If the condition progresses or spreads to nearby tissues, it may cause more severe symptoms, such as:
If you notice any new or unexplained vaginal bleeding, discharge, or any other symptoms, it is essential to consult a healthcare professional as soon as possible. Early detection can significantly improve the prognosis for cervical cancer.
Cervical cancer develops slowly and over many years as the cells in your cervix go through a lot of changes before turning into cancer. During this period, various tests can detect problematic cells in their earlier forms before having a chance to turn into cancer and when they are highly treatable. These include:
Treatment options for cervical cancer will depend on various factors, such as its stage and your overall health and may include:
If you or a loved one suffered harm due to cervical cancer misdiagnosis, a solicitor could help you claim compensation. They will take on your case if they can prove the following:
You can make a claim against the NHS, as well as a private healthcare provider. If your claim is against the NHS, your compensation will be paid by NHS Resolution. This is an insurance scheme paid for by local trusts through annual premiums and will not affect the funds allocated for patient care.
It is essential to remember that you can also make a cervical cancer misdiagnosis claim on behalf of a loved one (if they are under 18 or lack their mental capacity). You can also claim if you lost a loved one due to medical negligence.
A claim for cervical cancer misdiagnosis can arise from various situations, such as:
Several conditions can mimic the symptoms of cervical cancer, leading to a potential misdiagnosis, such as:
If your condition was not timely diagnosed and you suffered avoidable harm as a result, you may be entitled to make a claim for cervical cancer negligence.
Misdiagnosis of cervical cancer can have severe and far-reaching implications on your health, emotional well-being and overall quality of life. Some potential consequences include:
If your cancer was diagnosed late due to medical negligence, a specialist solicitor can help you make a claim for cancer misdiagnosis compensation.
Receiving a diagnosis of cancer can be devastating. However, later learning that your diagnosis was wrong can be all the more shocking and shatter your trust in the medical system. Receiving a false diagnosis of cervical cancer can profoundly impact various aspects of your life, including:
If you suffered any harm due to cervical cancer misdiagnosis, you might be eligible to make a compensation claim for medical negligence.
The evidence needed to support a medical negligence claim may include:
The amount of compensation you could claim for delayed diagnosis of cervical cancer will depend on the harm and losses you incurred. Your solicitor will include two types of damages in your cervical cancer misdiagnosis claim:
General damages compensate for subjective losses that do not have a specific monetary value. These include:
Special damages compensate for economic losses and expenses incurred as a direct result of the misdiagnosis, such as:
According to our compensation calculator, depending on the severity of your injury, you could receive up to £200,000 for avoidable pain and suffering.
According to the Limitation Act 1980, you have three years to make a claim, typically starting from the date you became aware of the cervical cancer negligence. A few exceptions apply:
If you have a valid claim for misdiagnosed cervical cancer, a medical negligence solicitor will offer you a no win no fee agreement*, which means you will not have to pay any upfront legal fees. That guarantees your access to legal representation regardless of your financial situation and without taking any risks.
If you win the case, your solicitor will receive a success fee that will be deducted from the compensation awarded. This fee is pre-agreed and capped at 25% of your settlement. If you lose the claim for cervical cancer misdiagnosis, you do not have to pay them a penny.
As part of the no win no fee arrangement, you will also have After the Event (ATE) insurance. This insurance covers any legal costs incurred if your claim is unsuccessful, ensuring you are not left with a financial burden, including the defendant’s expenses.
To learn more about making a cervical cancer claim, do not hesitate to call 0800 470 0474 or enter your details here to request a free consultation with a legal adviser.