About Diagnostic & Screening Failures claims in Ireland
Following the CervicalCheck controversy, screening-programme negligence remains a significant claim category. Typical cases involve misread cervical smears, missed cancers on mammography, BowelScreen and FIT test failures, histopathology and laboratory reporting errors, delayed cancer diagnosis where abnormal results were not followed up, specialist referrals not made, and missed fractures on X-ray. Below are the specific claim types we investigate within this category.
Claim types in this category
Bowel / Colon Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
Receiving a diagnosis of bowel cancer is a life-altering event. It brings immediate fear, uncertainty, and a difficult road of treatment.
BowelScreen / FIT Test Negligence Claims
The National Bowel Screening Programme, known as BowelScreen, is a vital public health service designed to detect early signs of bowel cancer in people
Breast Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
Receiving a breast cancer diagnosis is a life-altering event that brings immense physical and emotional challenges.
Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
Ireland has one of the highest cancer incidence rates in the EU, making timely and accurate diagnosis more crucial than ever.
Cervical Smear (CervicalCheck) Misread Claims
Receiving a diagnosis of cervical cancer is a life-altering event. It brings with it a wave of shock, fear, and uncertainty.
Chiari Malformation Misdiagnosis Claims in Ireland
Chiari malformation is a rare neurological condition that can be difficult to diagnose.
Congenital Hip Dysplasia Misdiagnosis Claims
Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), also known as congenital hip dysplasia, affects a significant number of Irish infants each year.
Delayed Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Claims
Early detection of cancer is crucial for better treatment outcomes, simpler care, and lower costs, as highlighted by the National Cancer Registry (NCRI).
Delayed Diagnosis Claims
A delayed medical diagnosis often results in more advanced illnesses, limited treatment options, and reduced chances of recovery.
Delayed Treatment Claims
Delays in receiving medical treatment can lead to serious health consequences, especially for conditions where early intervention is critical, like cancer, heart disease, or infections.
Endocrine Disorder Misdiagnosis Claims
Endocrine disorder misdiagnosis can be devastating and even fatal, as shown by the latest WHO data, which reported 249 deaths from endocrine disorders in Ireland in 2020, representing 0.96% of total deaths.
Failure to Follow Up Abnormal Test Results Claims
When you undergo medical testing,whether it is a routine blood test at your GP surgery, a scan in a hospital, or a biopsy after a procedure,you place an
Failure to Refer to Specialist Claims
The Irish healthcare system relies heavily on a structured chain of command.
Haematology Error Claims
In haematology, test results such as full blood counts (FBC), haemoglobin levels, and platelet counts are used to diagnose and monitor life-threatening conditions.
Histopathology Misdiagnosis Claims
When you undergo a medical test, particularly a biopsy or tissue sampling procedure, you place an immense amount of trust in the result.
Interventional Radiology Procedure Negligence Claims
Interventional radiology represents one of the most significant advancements in modern medicine.
Laboratory / Pathology Misreporting Claims
Modern medicine relies heavily on accurate data.
Lymphoma Misdiagnosis Claims
Lymphoma is a serious condition that requires early and accurate treatment for the best possible outcomes.
Mammogram Misinterpretation Claims
When you undergo a mammogram, whether through the national screening programme or a referral from your GP, you place immense trust in the result.
Medical Misdiagnosis Claims
In medicine, the importance of accurate diagnosis cannot be overstated, as it forms the foundation for proper treatment.
Misdiagnosis in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) Claims
There has been intense scrutiny of the condition of Ireland's Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), which has had catastrophic effects on the children and families impacted.
Missed Fracture (e.g., Scaphoid, C-spine) Claims
Broken bones are a common injury, yet they are frequently missed, even in busy clinical settings where staff are working under significant pressure.
Oncology & Cancer Claims
Cancer care involves multiple healthcare professionals, hospitals, and departments working together over weeks and months.
Prostate Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
Receiving a diagnosis of prostate cancer is a life-altering event.
Radiological Malpractice Claims
Radiologists play a pivotal role in modern healthcare, using advanced imaging techniques like X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans to provide critical insights that guide diagnoses and treatment plans.
Radiology Error Claims
Radiology errors have become a growing concern in healthcare, with a marked increase in clinical incidents reported to the State Claims Agency (SCA).
