As with MRSA, this dangerous infection is the result of a natural organism mutating in order to outwit the latest antibiotics that man can throw at it. Its very name shows the seriousness with which the medical profession should treat it and as with MRSA, if it establishes itself, it can lead to very serious complications in a patient.
Properly thought-out and enforced hygiene and control measures are essential to reduce the risk of infection. Having a good system on paper is not always reflected in the realities of daily clinical life and an experienced medical negligence solicitor will need to investigate the true extent of such measures to advise whether there is a viable claim for negligence.
