Five-figure Compensation for Cardiac Negligence

Jodi Newton

Cardiac Negligence Case

Background

Osbornes Law represented a 42-year-old Polish man who initially visited his local hospital’s Accident and Emergency department by ambulance due to shortness of breath and chest tightness. Despite presenting symptoms, doctors diagnosed him with an asthma attack after considering his chest pain minimal.

Although an ECG taken during his first visit indicated a possible heart abnormality suggestive of a heart attack, hospital staff reported it as normal, and he was discharged. A chest x-ray raised suspicions of a chest infection but was not further investigated.

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Critical Delay in Diagnosis

The next day, our client returned to the hospital with ongoing symptoms. This time, ECG results indicated an acute STEMI (a serious type of heart attack), leading to an urgent transfer to a cardiac specialist centre. He underwent immediate coronary angiography, primary PCI, and stenting of his right coronary artery. Unfortunately, his condition was described as a late presentation.

Expert Opinion and Legal Action

A Consultant Cardiologist & Specialist in Interventional Cardiology provided expert evidence for Osbornes Law. The expert confirmed the initial misdiagnosis and highlighted the critical failure to perform a troponin test during the first hospital visit, which significantly impacted the client’s treatment pathway. Timely admission and treatment would likely have reduced damage to his heart muscle, improving his overall prognosis.

Outcome and Compensation

Following a Letter of Claim, the hospital admitted breaching its duty of care. Although the hospital initially disputed causation, negotiations successfully secured a substantial five-figure compensation settlement for our client.

How Osbornes Law Can Help

Osbornes Law continues to act for clients affected by similar issues, including tragic cases with fatal outcomes that could have been prevented with timely medical intervention.

If you or a loved one has experienced delayed or negligent cardiac treatment, contact Osbornes Law today. Our specialist solicitors are here to help you explore your rights and pursue fair compensation.

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