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Any type of surgical procedure carries risks, some risks apply to all procedures and some are unique to particular operations. If a surgeon causes a patient an injury through their negligence, that person may consider making a surgical error compensation claim.
Tonsillectomy and risk of complications
Standard surgical risks with tonsil removal can include excessive bleeding and anesthesia complications, such as adverse or allergic reactions to medications.
Before the surgery, a patient will have the opportunity to discuss any concerns with their anaesthetist. The anaesthetist will be knowledgeable about the types of medicine used, how long they last and any possible side effects.
Delayed bleeding from the tonsillar area can occur in a low percentage of patients, and can happen at any time following the procedure. It most commonly occurs during the second week, and can be caused by the scab, which forms over the incision, becoming infected, or falling off before it is ready.
Usually the bleeding is minor, however, in some cases large blood vessels nearby can lead the bleeding to become more serious. If there is any bleeding after the procedure, the patient should seek medical advice.
Similarly to any surgical procedure, the area performed on can develop a post-operative infection. A doctor can prescribe antibiotics tell help prevent the problem.
Unusual scarring of the soft palate and tissues in the back of the throat occurs to much less than 1% of patients. The complication has become very rare due to recent advanced surgical techniques. Additional surgery can correct the scarring, but this is complicated and may require several stages.
Some children with large adenoid pads may have some temporary problems with moving the soft palate after the procedure. Due to the adenoid pad helping to seal off the back nasal cavities during speech and swallowing, the soft palate can become "lazy". It is usually resolved in time with the help of simple speech exercises which can speed up the process.
Usually, a tonsillectomy is straightforward with a low risk of complications.
Have you been a victim of a surgical error?
Here at YouClaim we have a team of dedicated and experienced medical negligence solicitors and we can help you to receive the maximum amount of compensation you deserve for your pain, suffering, lost earnings and medical expenses.
Wherever you're from in the UK, you can be assured of the best attention, offered in a sympathetic and competent manner by our lawyers who are all regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
To find out more about making a surgical error compensation claim, call us on 0800 10 757 95, or start an echat.
