Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

If you have been injured as a result of medical negligence at Homerton University Hospital you may be entitled to make a clinical negligence compensation claim. To speak to an expert about your situation, call Quittance on 0800 612 7456.

Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust case study

A 44-year-old woman was awarded £42,500 in an out-of-court settlement after a negligent hysterectomy at Homerton University Hospital led to kidney function loss and depression.

At age 41, the claimant underwent a routine total abdominal hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy. After being discharged, she experienced severe back pain, nausea, and, within a few weeks, urine leakage. A suspected urinary fistula was eventually confirmed nearly two months later. She was admitted to St Bartholomew's Hospital for a right nephrostomy and ureteric reimplantation.

The claimant developed recurrent urinary tract infections, persistent back pain, and lost 50% function in her right kidney. Her medical expert estimated a 50% likelihood of further kidney deterioration, a 25% chance of requiring future nephrectomy, and a 10% chance of her life expectancy being reduced by 5-10 years. There was no chance of recovering kidney function, and she developed moderate depression.

The Letter of Claim valued her pain, suffering, and loss of amenity at £30,000 - £35,000, considering the link between her back pain and kidney function loss. Family members also claimed for past and future care needs.

Compensation Settlement

Following receipt of the Letter of Claim the defendant made an offer of £30,000, but this was increased to £42,500 (£64,958.94 RPI adjusted) after the claimant issued proceedings. This was accepted.

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Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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Case studies are for informational purposes only and aim to help prospective claimants understand the injury claim process. They are based on cases handled by Quittance panel solicitors or sourced from public court records.