Summary
C was diagnosed with a meningioma (a tumour that forms on membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord just inside the skull), which required surgical removal. C complained about the failure of the practice to appropriately assess their symptoms in the years preceding diagnosis. C said their records showed that they presented at the practice with red flag symptoms on a number of occasions dating back years. C also said that the practice failed to make appropriate referrals for investigation.
We took independent advice from a GP. We considered that C had been assessed appropriately by the practice. We found that C’s care was reasonable and in line with General Medical Council Good Medical Practice. We did not consider that there had been any missed opportunities to refer to secondary care in respect of C’s meningioma, taking into account their presenting symptoms. We did not uphold either aspect of C's complaints.
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