For many people, blood transfusions can be a life saver.
Unfortunately, mistakes during blood transfusions can lead to severe injury and medical negligence through complications during the transfusion process.
If you've received an improper blood transfusion you could be eligible to file a claim for blood transfusion compensation.
Blood transfusion negligence cases
Blood transfusions are often required after or during heart surgery, trauma accidents, organ transplants, cancer treatment or for blood conditions like haemophilia.
For patients in need of a blood transfusion, it's important that the transfusion they receive is the correct blood type and has been properly screened for diseases.
Some blood-borne illnesses are very serious, like AIDS and hepatitis. These diseases can be spread by improperly screened blood that is given in blood transfusions.
Medical personnel are responsible for performing blood transfusions in a safe and responsible way.
Unfortunately, there have been cases where a hospital makes a mistake, and the wrong blood transfusion is given to the patient.
If you believe that you or a family member has been a victim of an improper blood transfusion, a clinical negligence solicitor might be able to help you make a clinical negligence compensation claim.
Filing a blood transfusion claim
Making mistakes during a blood transfusion is a serious matter that can cause injury and illness to those receiving the blood transfusion.
If you believe that you have a blood transfusion claim case for compensation, find out more about information by contacting the Legal Advice Helpline on 0800 612 3042.