It can happen in a variety of ways, from misdiagnosis of hypertension to mistakes made during heart surgery. When this happens, it can have a devastating impact on your life and leave you feeling stressed and vulnerable.
Cardiology negligence claims help support people who have suffered from this kind of medical negligence. While cardiac compensation can't take away the pain of your experience, it may be able to help take away some of the stress that can come afterwards.
We can help you make a cardiology negligence claim if you've experienced one of the following:
- Missed or delayed diagnosis of a heart condition
- Failure to treat your heart condition
- Surgical errors during heart surgery
- Failure to refer you for tests or specialist care
Of course, this isn't an exhaustive list. You may have experienced another form of cardiology negligence that hasn't been described above. But that doesn't mean we still can't help you make a claim. Get in touch with our friendly and knowledgeable team on or fill out our secure online form to request a call back.
What are the most common cardiac and heart disease conditions?
What are the most common cardiac and heart disease conditions?
Heart disease is a collective term for many different heart conditions and problems. These conditions affect the heart's ability to function properly and may impact day to day life. Being diagnosed with a heart condition can be worrying, but it helps to understand exactly what's happening. Here are the most common cardiac conditions:
- Coronary heart disease
- Angina
- Heart attack
- Heart failure
- Arrhythmia
- Valve disease
- High blood pressure
If you have a common heart condition that has been misdiagnosed, you could be eligible to claim cardiology compensation. Contact us on to find out how we can start your cardiac compensation claim today.
What is cardiology surgery?
What is cardiology surgery?
Cardiology surgery is sometimes referred to as cardiac surgery. It's any surgical procedure that's performed on your heart or related blood vessels. These procedures are common with people who have heart disease or who have suffered from a heart attack, stroke or blood clot. They're also common with people who are at high risk of developing these issues later in life.
What might constitute negligence or malpractice by a cardiologist?
What might constitute negligence or malpractice by a cardiologist?
When the medical professional who is treating you fails in their duty of care, this is considered medical negligence. Doctors, nurses and medical staff must follow a certain set of guidelines, such as those set out by the NHS constitution. If they don't meet these standards, that's when medical malpractice happens.
What are the different types of cardiology negligence?
What are the different types of cardiology negligence?
Cardiology negligence can happen in a variety of different ways, from missed diagnoses to an error made during surgery. Here are some of the most typical claim types of this kind:
Missed or Untreated Hypertension
Hypertension is also known as high blood pressure. It's a condition which means that the pressure against the blood vessel walls in your body is consistently higher than normal. If hypertension is misdiagnosed, it can lead to serious health problems like heart disease and stroke.
Cardiac Arrest & Heart Attack Mistreatment
A heart attack can lead to a sudden cardiac arrest, which happens when the heart suddenly stops beating. A heart attack can be misdiagnosed as heartburn or indigestion, with women more likely to be misdiagnosed than men. Heart attack negligence cases are taken on by a specialist medical negligence solicitor, or heart attack lawyer, who will have supported many similar cases before.
Pacemaker Issues or Malfunction
A pacemaker is a small device that's implanted in the chest or abdomen to help control your heartbeat. To fit one properly, a pacemaker requires a surgical procedure, but things can still go wrong after you've recovered from the procedure. These are the most common problems with pacemakers:
- Battery failure
- Circuit damage
- Incorrect programming
- Lead disconnection
Surgical Errors
Undergoing surgery can be an incredibly stressful experience, but it becomes so much worse when something goes wrong because of a medical mistake. A surgical error can happen when a mistake is made during surgery, such as injuring a nerve or artery during a procedure.
Although new advances in medical technology mean that fewer and fewer people are having to deal with the aftermath of a cardiology mistake, problems still occur. If you suspect that your surgeon or medical team made a mistake during your surgery, it's likely that we can help.
Misdiagnosis
A misdiagnosis, or wrong diagnosis, happens when a medical professional diagnoses a patient with the wrong condition. An example of this would be when a doctor diagnoses a patient with a gastric problem when they're actually suffering from a heart attack.
Missed or Delayed Diagnosis
When your doctor or healthcare provider fails to recognise a condition during an initial consultation, this could lead to a missed or delayed diagnosis. They should conduct a thorough exam, review your medical history and run appropriate tests to properly diagnose your condition. Unfortunately, a missed or delayed diagnosis may delay treatment for your condition and may result in things getting much worse.
Incorrect Medication or Prescription Mistakes
Over one billion prescriptions are given out to patients every year in England alone. Sadly, with so many prescriptions distributed every day, mistakes can and do happen. Prescription or medication mistakes happen when a medical professional makes an avoidable error when prescribing medication. When this happens, it can have serious consequences and cause you unnecessary pain and suffering.
How common is cardiology malpractice?
How common is cardiology malpractice?
Cardiology malpractice isn't as rare as most people might think. Between 2020/21, there were 12,629 clinical claims against the NHS, with cardiology claims totalling almost £170m. Cardiac negligence claims are far too common, and if you've suffered as a result, you may not know what your next steps should be. We can offer the right support and guidance to help you make a claim. Contact us today for free on to speak to your personal injury advisor today.
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If you have a very physically demanding or stressful job, you may be at a higher risk of developing heart problems. In fact, a 2001/02 study shows that 2.3 million people feel that they have an illness that was caused by or made worse by their work. Individuals who work longer hours are also more at risk from developing heart disease and stroke.
Can I claim compensation if I received negligent treatment from a cardiologist?
Can I claim compensation if I received negligent treatment from a cardiologist?
If you've received negligent treatment from a cardiologist, you may be eligible to receive compensation. If you want to know if you have a case for compensation, it's always best to speak to one of our friendly advisors on for further support with your claim from specialist cardiology negligence solicitors.
Frequently asked questions...
Yes, you can. If they're under 18, you'll need to make the claim on their behalf. This is called being a litigation friend as is usually done by a parent, guardian or other responsible adult. You can also act as a litigation friend if your loved one has been so seriously injured that they are unable to make the claim themselves.
Every case we work with is different, which makes it hard for us to say how long your compensation claim might take.
In simpler cases, where fault is clear and undeniable the claim may be settled quickly. However, if you've suffered a serious or life-changing injury, then your compensation claim may take longer because we need to understand the full impact of your injury and make sure your costs are covered.
Our solicitors will stay in touch and keep you informed every step of the way, so that you always know what stage your claim is at.
Around 95% of our cases are settled without the need to go to court. This means there is a very small chance a claim will require a court hearing.
If your case does go to court, your solicitor will be on hand to support and guide you through the process and will make sure you always know what to expect.
How much compensation could I receive for a cardiology negligence claim?
How much compensation could I receive for a cardiology negligence claim?
The amount you could receive will depend on a lot of different factors, including how severe your case is and whether the other party accepts blame. We know that you'll want to get the process over as soon as possible, so that you can move on with your life.
At National Accident Helpline, we're here to support you in getting the full amount you deserve for your cardiology negligence experience. Why not try our online compensation calculator, to help you get an estimate of what you could be owed?
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How could compensation help me or an affected family member?
How could compensation help me or an affected family member?
We know that a claim for compensation won't be able to take back the pain and trauma of a cardiology medical mistake. It may, however, help support you and your family as you try to recover from your experience. We've seen how much difference a compensation claim can make to your treatment, recovery and future.
Compensation for a cardiology medical mistake may help with:
- Rehabilitation or ongoing costs of treatment
- Costs of long-term care and therapy
- Adaptations to your home
- Loss of earnings if you need to take time off work
- Travel costs for medical appointments
At National Accident Helpline, we know how traumatic a paediatric medical mistake can be. Your experienced advisor is here to listen and support you every step of the way, you can call us on or request a call back at a time that best suits you.
Can I make a no win no fee cardiology negligence compensation claim?
Can I make a no win no fee cardiology negligence compensation claim?
Yes, you can make a no win no fee cardiology negligence compensation claim. A claim with us is completely risk-free thanks to our 100% no win no fee policy. We'll never ask you to pay anything up front, and there are absolutely no hidden charges.
If you don't win your case, you don't have to pay anything. If you do, we'll deduct our fees from your percentage, but you'll keep the majority of the compensation.
Why choose National Accident Helpline for my cardiology claim?
At National Accident Helpline, we know how devastating it can be to deal with the consequences of a medical mistake. With over years_since years of experience in helpeing people just like you, we can make sure you get the support you need to make a claim for compensation.
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How do I start a cardiology negligence compensation claim with National Accident Helpline?
If you've been injured as a result of cardiology negligence, we can help support you in making a claim for compensation. To make a claim, all you have to do is contact us via phone on , request a call back by filling in our online form, or see if you can start your claim online today.
We'll start by listening to your story, and then we'll carefully match you with suitably trained solicitors if we think you have a claim. They'll give you a free consultation and assess how they can help you. You can decide whether to go ahead with a claim, only if you're sure it's the right thing for you.