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Hospital admit liability after teenager is paralysed following routine operation
07 September 2011
It has been widely reported in the media this week that a teenager has been paralysed after an operation to remove gallstones.
Following the operation, an epidural anaesthetic was inserted into her spine to control the pain. However, the anaesthetic was left in place for too long which has caused permanent damage to her spinal cord.
The Hospital has admitted liability and apologised for the distress caused to the teenager and her family.
If you or a family member has received negligent treatment, contact our Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence team today for a telephone conversation or free, preliminary meeting.
Chloe Newton, Solicitor in the Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence team
