Good day  to you

On 19th September 2019,I was admitted to hospital A for a medical complaint;severe pain and high fever.Stayed there for 5 days whilst doctors did absolutely nothing other than sedate me.Was discharged on day 6 with a "pain control" note. 18 hours later I was admitted to hospital B in a very critical condition.Emergency operation was performed as my CRP count was 300 and septicemia had already set in. The uroligist there had to insert a catheter (which they were unable to do) and drain one ad a half litres of a punctured bladder.I subsequently had to undergo 3 further operations and was hospitalized for a further 68 days.I have lost my work contract because of the situation I am in now.I feel that gross negligence on the part of the doctors at hospital A caused me to land up in situation at B.I would like us to pursue an action against them .

I appreciate and value any assistance.

Gavin Kroutz

Hi there Gavin,

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In my view, you would definitely have a damages claim against hospital A for negligence. It would obviously depend on how you presented at the hospital, and what sort of tests they did vs what sort of tests they should have done. You'd need to see an attorney to assist in drawing up a summons, and calculating the full extent of your claim!

I can't refer you to a specific lawyer, but I can direct you to www.southafricanlawyer.co.za, where you can find a list of qualified lawyers in your area who will be able to assist you further!

Att. Patrick

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