Surgery passed scrutiny, consent did not
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July - 2026, Posted On: 01 July 2026
A spinal surgery dispute turned on an issue more fundamental than surgical skill: what the patient was told before entering the operation theatre.
The patient underwent two procedures for cervical instability after presenting with neck pain, numbness, and neurological symptoms. While the surgeries themselves were not proven negligent, the aftermath was devastating. She was later assessed with 75% permanent disability and became dependent on a wheelchair for mobility.