We obtained supportive independent expert evidence which prompted Doncaster and Bassetlaw Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to admit failures in care when treating our client (a gentleman in his 60s). They accepted failures in respect of:-

• Referring to the Diabetes Inpatient Specialist Nurses following his initial hypoglycaemic event
• Treating hypoglycaemic episodes according to Protocol
• Performing adequate blood glucose monitoring and ensuring that the patient was offered a snack

Unfortunately, as a result of the failures, our client went into a hypoglycaemic coma. He suffered from an acquired brain injury and a profound personality change which was understandably distressing for his family. His mobility was more restricted and he became aggressive, angry and frustrated, which was hugely different to his personality before with his family describing him as a funny, loving and engaging man. After approximately 2 years he died from an unrelated illness and his widow pursued a case which was subsequently settled for £57,500.