When to suspect sepsis: analysing members' cases

What are the key trends in claims involving sepsis? We examine members' cases to better understand this potentially devastating diagnosis.

A delayed or missed diagnosis of sepsis was the main reason for concerns being raised by patients or their families.

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Analysis of sepsis cases Ad 1

If you are concerned about infection and sepsis, which may not be immediately obvious, tailor your investigations to finding the source.

This page was correct at publication on 18/08/2025. Any guidance is intended as general guidance for members only. If you are a member and need specific advice relating to your own circumstances, please contact one of our advisers.