Shoreham man wins damages from Royal Sussex Hospital, Brighton
Brian Winstanley (64), underwent an operation in April 2000 to install a valve to help him speak after his larynx was removed after he suffered cancer of the throat. Following the operation Mr Winstanley became feverish with severe neck pain.
His condition went undiagnosed for four months, despite advice from a neurosurgeon that he may be suffering from an infection.
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Hide AdMr Winstanley was admitted to Stoke Mandeville Hospital, Buckinghamshire in October 2000 with spinal injuries. He remained there for 18 months where he underwent painful surgery as well suffering from septacemia and deep vein thrombosis.
He began his court battle in April 2003 with Royal Sussex University Hospitals Trust for clinical negligence.