What are misdiagnosed cancer claims?

Often when a patient is having their symptoms investigated, they’ll be given a correct diagnosis and correct treatment for that diagnosis.

However, when the diagnosis given is incorrect, it can cause pain and suffering and can sometimes be life-threatening. If you’ve been misdiagnosed and this has caused you harm, you may be entitled to compensation.

Do I know if I have a cancer misdiagnosis claim?

If you have been given a misdiagnosis which has caused you harm, you may be able to claim compensation for medical negligence. The most common types of misdiagnosed cancer claims are:

• Where you’ve been given a misdiagnosis for something much less serious and you’ve therefore had a delay in cancer treatment
• Where you’ve been given a diagnosis of cancer which is incorrect and have been given unnecessary treatment, such as radiotherapy or chemotherapy
• Where you’ve been given a diagnosis of cancer which is incorrect and have been given unnecessary surgery, such as a mastectomy or hysterectomy
• Where you’ve been given a diagnosis that you’re at risk and have had surgery, such as a mastectomy or hysterectomy
• Where you’ve been given a diagnosis that’s caused you a severe psychological reaction, such as if you’ve been told you’re terminally ill

If you’ve suffered harm as a result of a misdiagnosis, you may be entitled to claim misdiagnosed cancer compensation funded by a No Win No Fee agreement.

What mistakes can be made leading to a cancer misdiagnosis?

There are a number of mistakes that can lead to a cancer misdiagnosis, from not undertaking the appropriate tests to misinterpreting test results. If you believe a mistake lead to a cancer misdiagnosis that has caused you harm, contact our medical negligence specialists today who will provide you with expert advice on whether or not you have a misdiagnosed cancer claim for compensation.

The vast majority of our misdiagnosed cancer cases are conducted on a No Win No Fee basis, meaning there’s no financial risk to you.

How do I make a claim?

Our misdiagnosed cancer team are one of the best in the country and are highly ranked in independent legal guides such as Chambers and Partners and Legal 500.

The team are highly experienced in dealing with misdiagnosed cancer claims can provide you with the best possible service, not only ensuring that you get the best outcome to your case, but will ensure you get the treatment and additional support you need to assist with your recovery.

Visit our medical negligence FAQs or our medical negligence claims guide for further information on how to make a claim.

Contact us for a free consultation to help you understand whether or not you have a misdiagnosed cancer claim or call 0330 041 5869.

Can I change my solicitors to Slater and Gordon?

If you or a family member have been seriously impacted by medical negligence, and you feel that you're not getting the specialist legal advice you need from your current solicitor, we'll be happy to discuss switching your case to Slater and Gordon. Simply call our experts on 0330 041 5869 or contact us online.