Melanoma misdiagnosis claims
If you or your family have been affected by the late diagnosis or misdiagnosis of melanoma, our team of expert medical negligence solicitors can help you pursue a claim for compensation. To speak with one of our melanoma misdiagnosis solicitors call 0800 358 3848 or complete our online enquiry form.
Patients with malignant melanoma generally present with a history of a new mole, or a change in an existing mole, which may bleed or itch. There are 4 clinical descriptions of melanoma: superficial spreading, nodular, lentigo maligna and acral lentiginous. GPs should refer patients to a Consultant dermatologist or a plastic surgeon.
The specialist should excise the primary lesion. Staging will be confirmed following histological diagnosis and a CT scan.
Melanoma misdiagnosis
Localised melanoma is very well treated by wide excision. By contrast, the outlook for patients with metastatic melanoma is poor. Treatment includes surgery and radiotherapy of single metastaic sites. Those with multiple metastases are treated with chemotherapy. Patients generally have disease in multiple sites and the median survival is approximately 4 months. Therefore early diagnosis is crucial and mistakes in diagnosing melanoma can be very serious. Melanoma misdiagnosis claims may be brought for:
- Failures to carry out an adequate examination
- Failure to advise a patient to return if a suspicious lump or mole change or grew
- Failure to refer a patient to a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon
- Mistakes by pathologists in reporting the biopsy
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Our melanoma misdiagnosis experts
Our award-winning team believes in putting clients first. We are dedicated to achieving the best results possible and pride ourselves on our sensitive approach. Any of our melanoma misdiagnosis claims solicitors below will be pleased to discuss your case and offer free advice over the phone.
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Head of Personal Injury and Medical Negligence
Paul McNeil
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Samantha Critchley
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London, England
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Mark Bowman
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Julia Hamilton
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Manchester, England
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Claire Horton
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Manchester, England
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Iona Meeres-Young
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London, England
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Kate Rohde
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London, England
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Arti Shah
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London, England
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Partner, Medical Negligence
Jenny Urwin
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Manchester, England
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Jane Weakley
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London, England
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Jonathan Zimmern
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London, England
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Caron Heyes
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London, England
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Senior Associate
Will Jones
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London, England
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Deborah Nadel
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London, England
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Helen Thompson
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London, England
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Rebecca Drew
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Emma Kendall
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London, England
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Nilam Patel
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London, England
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Chartered Legal Executive
Gabriella Gooday
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London, England
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Chartered Legal Executive
Jamie Green
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London, England
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Marlena Mistak
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London, England
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