Sinus Surgery and Persistent Headaches
Published: 29/10/26 By: Will Angood
An anonymised initial enquiry concerns repeat sinus surgery involving the hospital. The claimant reports an operation for sinus problems in 2008 and a further operation in 2017, after which persistent headaches continued to affect everyday life.
What happened to the claimant?
The claimant says a later review in 2024 raised questions about changes to the sinus drainage pathway following earlier surgery. They report being advised that another operation may be necessary. The clinical explanation and any causal link with the headaches would need independent confirmation from the medical records.
What needs investigating?
An independent ENT specialist would need to assess the indication and technique for the operations, recognised risks, consent and follow-up. Persistent symptoms alone do not establish negligence.
Potential value of the claim
Illustrative general damages if successful: £4,000–£30,000+. This is a broad hypothetical range assuming proven avoidable additional pain or surgery. It is not a case-specific valuation, and compensation could be £0.
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Categories: Current Negligence Enquiries, Surgical Negligence
