Surgical Accidents Information

Surgical Accidents Information

Many types of surgery require highly complicated medical procedures. There are thousands of potential factors that can go wrong, but virtually everyone trusts their doctor to understand and anticipate a vast number of these conditions and adjust accordingly. Accidents still occur, and many people who survive clumsy, inexperienced, or incompetent surgeons usually bear the scars for the rest of their lives.

Improper prepping, incorrect anesthesia, careless incision placement, and wrong side operations are among just a few possible surgical accidents thousands of people report every year. While they range from trivial to life-threatening, these incidents call into question the professionalism of the entire surgical unit, and should demand closer scrutiny of the quality of the procedure itself.

Perhaps the most sensational surgical accidents involve doctors or assistants that carelessly leave surgical instruments inside a patient.  This unthinkable situation is far more common than most people think, and can lead to severe discomfort, infection, and even death if left untreated.  Although most hospitals and doctors go to great lengths to ensure that no implement is left behind, one second of misjudgment or one careless mistake can cause a lifetime of suffering.

If you are a victim of a surgical accident you may have the right to seek compensation for the pain and suffering you endure.  Laws called statute of limitations restrict the amount of time victims of surgical accidents can take legal action, so it is best to take immediate action.  Contact a dedicated, experienced, and motivated attorney who will fight for you today.

Updated 8/1

Surgical Errors & Doctor Mistakes

Surgeons must spend years learning their trade and years more to hone it, but no person regardless of skill and training is infallible. Surgical errors are mistakes that surgeons or those involved in a surgery make that fail to live up to the standard of care necessitated by the condition.

For example, an error might include operating on the wrong part of the body, performing the wrong procedure, or leaving a surgical implement inside the body of the patient. These would all be considered surgical errors and possible grounds for a malpractice suit.

If you believe you have endured an error made by your surgeon you may have the right to seek compensation based on your pain and suffering. You will no doubt have many concerns and questions, so contact a dedicated and compassionate attorney and let protect your rights today.

Improper Anaesthesia

Anaesthesia is one of the most complicated and overlooked aspects of any surgery. The job of the anesthesiologist is to provide the correct amount of anesthesia without over or under medicating the patient. Too little anaesthesia risks the patient waking up in the middle of the procedure while too much anesthesia may cause the patient to slip into a coma and never wake up.

Furthermore, the anaesthesiologist must carefully monitor the patient’s vital signs and report any change to the doctor. These crucial updates can drastically affect the way surgeons perform the procedure, for changes in heart rate, blood pressure, or brainwave activity may require the surgeon to make quick judgment calls that may or may not reflect the actual condition of the patient.

If you or someone you love endured improper anaesthesia during surgery you may have the right to seek compensation for pain and suffering. People need to be able to trust that those who perform lifesaving surgery will not make critical mistakes, and when they violate this trust they must be held accountable. Let an experienced legal team guide you on your path to justice. Contact someone today.

Wrong Side Surgery Mistakes

Although it sounds almost comical, wrong side surgery is an unfortunate reality for far too many people throughout the United States. Careless surgeons have amputated the wrong leg, performed a mastectomy on the wrong breast, operated on the wrong knee, and even conducted brain surgery on the wrong side of the brain.

The consequences of wrong side surgery are drastic. There are many different mistakes a surgeon can make because of carelessness, incompetence, or distraction, but there are few legitimate reasons why someone should lose a leg because a doctor forgot to check a chart.

If your surgeon made a grave error and operated on the wrong part of your body you may have the right to seek damages for your pain and suffering. Let an experienced and dedicated team of attorneys help you find a way that you can take action against negligent and careless doctors. Contact someone today.

Laparoscopic Injury

Laparoscopic surgery is one of the newest yet riskiest types of medical procedures. It involves the use of extremely small video cameras and powerful lasers to look inside the abdominal cavity and isolate and address any problems. It is often less invasive than other similar procedures, and is usually less costly to insurance companies.

Unfortunately there are risks of serious complications associated with this procedure. The lasers and extremely sharp blades involved can cause minute and difficult to notice perforations in the gastrointestinal area, and sometimes air embolisms in the body cavity endanger the safety and life of the patient.

If your doctor performed laparoscopic surgery on you and you suffered injury as a result you may be able to take action. Let an experienced and dedicated legal team help you find a just solution to your condition through this difficult time. Contact the right help today.

General Anaesthesia Side Effects

Anaesthesia allows doctors to perform their procedures without causing their patients undue suffering, but unfortunately people respond to different chemicals in different ways. Even when anaesthesia is used properly and under the care of specialized technicians it can still cause severe long term negative affects.

Some common side effects of anaesthesia include headache, nausea, disorientation, and weakness. More severe side effects include intense headache, extreme fatigue, bloody vomit, and pain in the back, stomach or leg. These conditions could be indicative of a negative reaction to the anaesthesia and should be reported to your doctor immediately.

If you suffered negative affects of anaesthesia you may be entitled to collect a settlement based on your pain and suffering. Contact a skilled surgical accident attorney in your area today.

Anaesthesia Complications

Anaethesia is crucial to so many surgical procedures, but unfortunately it can cause as many problems as it solves. Even though most people take for granted that their anaesthesia will prevent them from undue suffering, there are thousands of cases each year of severe anaesthesia complications.

Some of the most common forms of complications arise from too much or too little anaesthesia, allergic reactions to the different drugs doctors use, or in the worst case scenario some people wake up in the middle of surgery because the doctors failed to provide them with enough drug to put them to sleep. It is speculated that between 20,000 40,000 people each year wake up during surgery and suffer serious long term consequences.

If you or a loved one suffered because of an anaesthesia complication you may be entitled to a settlement based on your pain and suffering. Fill out the free contact form today, and get in touch with a medical malpractice attorney ready to fight for you.

Anaesthesia Death

Sadly, there are times when anaesthesia usage can cause more harm than benefits to patients. Anaesthesia deaths can produce unimaginable pain and suffering for families of victims who trusted their lives to their doctors.

Anaesthesia deaths usually result from an individual receiving an excessive amount of anaesthesia. This can shut down the body's vital systems and cause complications that can lead to injury and fatality.

If someone you care about is a victim of anaesthesia death, do not hesitate to contact an experienced attorney. Nobody should have to suffer from poor medical care. Your decision to discuss your case with an understanding lawyer may help your family anticipate a more secure future.

Gastric Bypass Surgery Mistakes

Gastric bypass surgery is used to restrict the amount of food people with eating disorders can eat. The procedure, also called "stomach stapling" involves a clamp around the stomach and intestines to reduce the amount of food can safely consume and feel full.

This rather elaborate surgery can be extremely dangerous. A full 25% percent of people who undergo gastric bypass surgery have some form of post-operative complication, and 2% of all people who have the procedure will die from these complications.

If you or someone you love underwent gastric bypass surgery and suffered complications from the procedure you need to contact an attorney immediately. If you have any questions about your situation fill in the free case review form to reach a dedicated and professional attorney today.

Laser Eye Surgery Mistakes

Laser eye surgery is one of the popular ways to restore vision without needing glasses or contacts, but few people realize how dangerous these procedures are. There are almost 1 million people who undergo laser eye surgery each year, and 5%, or 50,000 people will suffer some form of complication that can result in blindness or other severe vision problems.

Misleading ads about "safe, quick, and painless" eye surgery often lure many unsuspecting people into getting a laser procedure. Unfortunately these ads often obscure the reality that mistakes are extremely common in these complicated surgeries, and often people still need glasses if they can even see at all.

If you are coping with a laser eye surgery mistake it is possible that you can seek a legal settlement for your pain and suffering. We have the experience to represent you and fight for your case. Fill in the free initial contact form and get started on your case today.

Neuro Surgery Mistakes

Few errors have such long range and debilitating complications as neurosurgical mistakes. The techniques and procedures neurosurgeons use are usually extremely complicated and intense, and it is no wonder that even the most skilled doctors can cause the most severe and permanent injuries.

Neurosurgeons can cause damage to more places than just the brain. Because the network of nerves extends throughout the body, negligent and irresponsible neurosurgeons have been known to cause paralysis, loss of sensation, paraplegia, and quadriplegia.

If you or someone you love are the victims of a neurosurgical mistake you may have the ability to collect a settlement based on your pain and suffering. Fill out the free consultation form and be put in touch with a neurosurgery mistake lawyer today.

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