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Toombes initiated the 'wrongful conception' damages claim against Dr. Philip Mitchell as she suffers from spina bifida and sometimes spends 24 hours a day connected to tubes. Here are more details.
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The UK High Court's ruling is considered ground-breaking as it holds health professionals liable for negligence in pre-conception advice. It sets a precedent that health professionals are legally liable to patients for any negligence which may result in the birth of a child with serious health conditions. Spina bifida is associated with damage to the spinal cord and nerves, which may cause severe disabilities.
Details Doctor didn't give proper advice: Toombes
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