Cancer survivor suing NHS after given eight years of chemo instead of six monthsThe 41-year-old was left with irreversible neurological damageView 4 Images David Bown is now cared for by his parents (Image: Brabners / SWNS)A brain tumour patient who was wrongly given chemotherapy for eight years instead of six months is now suing the NHS after being left with irreversible neurological damage. ‌The "fit and active" IT systems manager and keen footballer began suffering seizures around 10 years ago before scans showed a low-grade brain tumour. The surgery relieved the pressure on the brain and drained the fluid but lawyers claim the delayed scanning and surgical intervention was performed too late to prevent irreversible brain damage. Independent experts say the prolonged chemotherapy exposed David to unnecessary risks, including increased chances of secondary blood cancers. A spokesperson for University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust said: “We are committed to providing the safest possible care for our patients.