Summary
Ms C complained that the treatment she received at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary was unreasonable. Ms C underwent a small bowel resection (removal of part of the small intestine) and since then had experienced significant pain. Ms C said that the treatment options were restricted for her and that her symptoms were being ignored.
We took independent advice from a colorectal and general surgeon (a surgeon who specialises in conditions in the colon, rectum or anus). We found that Ms C's medical circumstances were very complex, and from the medical notes it was clear that treatment options were not straightforward and came with many risks. We found no evidence that appropriate treatment was withheld from Ms C. We also found that the medical care Ms C received was reasonable, appropriate investigations had been made and there was careful consideration of her care with appropriate discussions and follow-up appointments arranged for further treatment. Therefore, we did not uphold Ms C's complaint.
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