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Peripheral ischaemia is a serious condition in which the blood flow and oxygen supply to a limb is restricted by narrowing or blockage of the arteries. Failure to recognise that a patient has peripheral ischaemia and provide timely treatment, or to prevent limb ischaemia in a patient who is at increased risk, can lead to devastating disability from limb loss and amputation.
If you have suffered or require an amputation as a result of negligent medical, surgical or emergency care, we can help you claim the compensation you need to manage your disability and restore your mobility and independence.
- Nationally recognised medical negligence specialists with decades of experience
- Access to leading medical experts and rehabilitation professionals
- Proven track record of securing life-changing compensation for families
- Dedicated support from initial enquiry through to settlement
- No upfront costs and claim through a no win no fee agreement
Starting your peripheral ischaemia claim
For more than 30 years, Boyes Turner’s medical negligence solicitors have guided severely injured patients through the claims process to secure the compensation and specialist support that they need to manage their disability and rebuild their lives.
You can contact us by telephone or by email for free, confidential advice from a medical negligence solicitor. We will ask you to tell us briefly about your injury and your medical care, and advise you about your time limits and whether we can help you investigate your claim. Once our investigations confirm you have grounds for a claim, we will notify the defendant healthcare provider (usually represented by NHS Resolution) on your behalf and invite them to respond, giving them an opportunity to admit liability (responsibility for your injuries) before court proceedings are issued.
If liability is admitted, we will obtain a judgment from the court and apply for a substantial interim payment to begin meeting your needs arising from your injury and disability. If NHS Resolution deny liability, we will advise you about the best way to proceed with your claim. This may involve issuing court proceedings or inviting NHS Resolution to enter into settlement negotiations or mediation.
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Peripheral ischaemia claim FAQs
What is peripheral ischaemia?
Peripheral ischaemia or limb ischaemia is a dangerous condition in which the blood flow and oxygen supply to a limb is restricted by narrowing or blockage of the arteries. ‘Ischaemia’ means inadequate supply of oxygenated blood to an organ or part of the body. ‘Peripheral ischaemia’ is sometimes known as limb ischaemia, as it refers specifically to lack of blood and oxygen supply to a limb.
Peripheral ischaemia is often associated with peripheral arterial disease (PAD) or peripheral vascular disease (PVD), in which the blood supply to the leg muscles is restricted over time by a build-up of fatty deposits in the arteries.
Acute limb ischaemia is a medical emergency in which the vascular blood supply to a limb decreases suddenly, threatening the viability or survival of the limb. Acute limb ischaemia can be caused by thrombosis or embolism, or by trauma, such as from surgical injuries. Any delays in treatment can lead to the loss of the patient’s limb.
What are the signs and symptoms of acute limb ischaemia?
The classic signs of acute limb ischaemia are sometimes known as the six Ps:
Pain when the limb is at rest. Pain on walking can also be a sign of intermittent claudication, which is an early, treatable sign of peripheral arterial disease.
Pallor or an unhealthy, pale appearance. An acutely ischaemic limb often appears white in comparison to the other limb. Other discolouration of the limb, such as abnormally pink, blue, mottled or black, suggests more chronic or advanced ischaemia.
Paraesthesia or abnormal sensation, such as pins and needles, or numbness.
Paralysis is an advanced sign which suggests some irreversible ischaemia.
Perishingly cold feeling in the limb when compared to the other limb.
Pulselessness in suspected ischaemia means that arterial Doppler signals should be checked.
Who is at risk of peripheral ischaemia?
The risk of developing peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and peripheral ischaemia increases with age. Around 20% or 1 in 5 adults over the age of 60 are believed to have peripheral arterial disease to some degree.
People with type 1 or type 2 diabetes are also at increased risk. Around 1 in 3 people with diabetes who are over the age of 50 are affected by peripheral arterial disease.
People with coronary artery disease, kidney disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol or smokers of any age are also at increased risk of peripheral arterial disease and peripheral ischaemia.
What kind of medical negligence leads to peripheral ischaemia injury claims?
Medical negligence claims for compensation for severe injury and disability from peripheral ischaemia commonly involve mistakes by GPs, such as:
- delay or failure by a GP to recognise the signs of peripheral ischaemia;
- delay or failure to refer a patient for urgent treatment for peripheral ischaemia;
Peripheral ischaemia injuries are amongst the most common types of GP negligence claims, because delays in diagnosis and treatment of this dangerous condition can have devastating consequences for the patient, including ulceration, gangrene, and the loss of the limb.
Limb ischaemia leading to amputation can also be caused by surgical errors and other types of hospital negligence, such as:
- surgical injury to the popliteal artery;
- anticoagulation errors for patients at risk of thrombosis or venous thromboembolism (VTE);
- delay in surgery to treat a popliteal aneurysm;
- delayed revascularisation by angioplasty (inserting a balloon or stent into an artery to improve blood flow).
What kind of injuries lead to peripheral ischaemia medical negligence claims?
Peripheral ischaemia or limb ischaemia medical negligence claims usually arise from negligence which has resulted in amputation of one or multiple limbs.
Untreated or inadequately treated peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and limb ischaemia also increases the risk of heart disease and stroke, and in some cases can lead to the patient’s death.
What compensation can I claim for peripheral ischaemia injury?
Each client’s compensation will depend on the individual circumstances of their injury and the impact that their disability has on their life.
Claims arising from amputation caused by negligent treatment relating to peripheral ischaemia or limb ischaemia often include compensation for:
- pain, suffering, and disability;
- specialist prosthetics (artificial limbs, hands, feet);
- private medical and surgical treatment and rehabilitation;
- costs of therapies – e.g. physiotherapy, occupational therapy (OT), psychological counselling;
- adapted vehicles and other types of specialist equipment;
- necessary home adaptations;
- costs of care and domestic assistance;
- loss of earnings and pension;
- other costs and expenses arising from their disability.
Where our client has been injured by negligent medical or surgical treatment but has also been left with an increased risk of an amputation in future, we can protect our client’s right to claim further compensation in future if the anticipated future amputation occurs by making a claim for provisional damages. This allows us to secure a compensation settlement for our client’s current injury, whilst preserving their right to return to court for more compensation at a later date if the amputation takes place.
Making a peripheral ischaemia claim
We understand how daunting it can feel to take the first step. Our specialist medical negligence solicitors are here to guide you through every stage.
Getting in touch
Call us or complete our online enquiry form for free, confidential advice from a specialist peripheral ischaemia negligence solicitor. We will listen to your concerns, explain your options, and advise whether we can investigate if delays or failures in diagnosis or treatment caused avoidable harm.
Supporting your claim
Our solicitors will review your medical records, instruct independent experts, and investigate whether your peripheral ischaemia was recognised and treated appropriately. Where negligence is identified, we can build a strong claim and, where appropriate, seek an interim payment to help meet immediate care and rehabilitation needs.
Securing compensation
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