Tag: necrotising fasciitis
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Delay in Diagnosis: Victorian Couple Sues Barwon Health Over Flesh-Eating Infection
Overview of the case A Victorian couple have launched a lawsuit against Barwon Health, alleging a series of missed opportunities to recognise and treat a rare, potentially deadly infection known as necrotising fasciitis. The claim centers on an incident in April 2021 when a minor facial injury from a wooden toy clock led to a…
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Delayed Diagnosis and Damaged Diagnosis: The Barwon Health Necrotising Fasciitis Case
Overview: A life-altering medical delay A Victorian couple has joined a legal action against Barwon Health, the operator of University Hospital Geelong, after their diagnosis of a rare, fast-moving infection—necrotising fasciitis—was reportedly delayed. The case highlights how a seemingly minor injury can escalate into a life-threatening medical emergency when early signs are missed and timely…