Eye Surgery Negligence Claims

When Can Eye Surgery Be Negligent?

Not every unsuccessful eye operation is the result of negligence. A claim may arise where the standard of medical care provided was below what could reasonably be expected and this caused additional injury or worsening of your condition.

This could involve an incorrect procedure, damage to surrounding structures, failure to identify a complication, poor surgical technique or inadequate care following an operation. In some circumstances, issues may also arise from Wrong Site Surgery Claims where an operation is performed on the incorrect eye or the wrong procedure is carried out.

Problems Caused by Eye Surgery Errors

Negligent eye treatment can have different consequences depending on the procedure and the nature of the mistake. Some patients may experience ongoing pain, blurred vision, infection or reduced eyesight.

More serious cases can involve permanent vision impairment or loss of sight. Where an error has caused further treatment or affected your ability to work and carry out everyday activities, these consequences may form part of a Medical Negligence Claim.

Where an eye operation has failed because of avoidable surgical errors, the circumstances may also need to be considered alongside Failed Surgery Claims, particularly where further treatment is required to correct the problem.

What Types of Eye Treatment Can Be Involved?

Eye surgery negligence can involve a range of procedures, including cataract surgery, laser eye treatment, glaucoma surgery, and other operations intended to correct or manage eye conditions.

Problems can occur before, during, or after surgery. For example, a failure to properly assess a patient before treatment or provide appropriate follow-up care may also be relevant when investigating a claim.

In some cases, complications may develop because of errors involving medication. This can include Wrong Medication Claims or Prescription Error Claims, where inappropriate medication is prescribed or provided following an eye procedure.

How Is an Eye Surgery Claim Investigated?

A claim will usually require a detailed review of your medical records and the treatment you received. This can include information about your condition before surgery, the procedure itself, any complications and the treatment provided afterwards.

Independent medical evidence may be required to establish whether the care provided fell below the appropriate standard and whether this caused or contributed to your injury or loss.

If the original procedure involved a failure to identify or respond appropriately to complications, the investigation may also consider whether there was a Delayed Diagnosis Claim arising from the treatment.

What Compensation Could Be Available?

Where negligence is established, compensation may reflect the effect the injury has had on your life. Depending on the circumstances, this could include the cost of additional treatment and rehabilitation, financial losses and other expenses arising from the injury.

Where eyesight has been permanently affected, the long-term consequences may also need to be considered when assessing the value of a claim. This may include the impact on your independence, employment, mobility and ability to carry out everyday activities.

Speak to Step Legal Solicitors

If you believe an error during eye surgery has caused you avoidable harm, Step Legal Solicitors can help you understand whether you may have grounds for a claim.

Our team can review the circumstances, obtain relevant medical evidence and advise you on the next steps on a No Win No Fee basis.

Call 0800 195 6412 or contact us online here to discuss your Eye Surgery Negligence Claim. Alternatively, you can visit any of our offices during our working hours for a free and no-strings-attached consultation.