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£4,000 following staple into bladder

H v Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (2009)

FACTS


Mr H underwent repeat laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair.

Following the procedure Mr H suffered from blood in his urine and recurrent urinary infection.

On investigation a staple was identified as having pierced the bladder.  

The staple was removed and Mr H made a good recovery.

BREACH OF DUTY

It was Mr H's case that the surgeon failed to ensure his bladder was empty before repairing his hernia, and that it was negligent to place the staple into the bladder.

CAUSATION

It was Mr H's case that his injury had resulted in a period of pain and suffering, repeat infections, and requirement for intermittent catheterisation.  

OUTCOME

Compensation was agreed following issue and service of Court proceedings at £4,000.