“Misdiagnosis and Medical Negligence Still Pervasive” Says Asons Solicitors

UK (PRWEB UK) 7 March 2013

Medical misdiagnosis is more pervasive than many might think. It is difficult to know how many illnesses are misdiagnosed, as many of them going unreported or unrecognised by medical staff.

With that said however, it is estimated that 1 in 6 patients are given the wrong advice or treatment by doctors[1]. For the majority of patients, this can be harmless, with the illness or injury running its course without any serious repercussions, however there are also cases that lead to a patient facing considerable, prolonged suffering and deterioration, and in some cases, death [1].

Misdiagnosis can occur for a number of different reasons, although it is usually the result of human error; as all people, including medical staff are susceptible to making mistakes. The most common reasons for misdiagnosis include:

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