Platinum Author
Many individuals fear surgery for different reasons. Some people are afraid of the pain associated with surgery. Others are afraid of being put to sleep. Both are legitimate concerns. There is a great deal of trust involved with getting surgery, and it starts with anesthesia.
Before and during surgery, anesthesia is administered to patients so that they can remain unconscious during their procedures. The anesthesiologist administers this sedation. An anesthesiologist is a medical doctor whose specialty is administering anesthetic to patients. Their jobs include calculating the dosage a patient should receive, preparing the equipment for the procedure, administering the medication to the patient, and monitoring the patient.
While a patient is under anesthesia, the anesthesiologist is supposed to closely monitor the patient's vitals and breathing. Unfortunately, many anesthesiologists make errors, most of which result from negligence. These errors may include:
- Failure to monitor a patient
- Leaving the patient unattended
- Administering too much anesthetic
- Intubation errors
Injuries may include choking or brain damage. These injuries may lead to long term injuries or even death. Many victims of incorrectly administered anesthesia fall into comas, and some suffer from permanent brain damage. Some patients may lose teeth or suffer a punctured lung from being incorrectly intubated.
Anesthesia errors are usually the fault of the anesthesiologist. Lawsuits directed at these doctors are often medical malpractice suits, as they failed to provide reasonable medical care during the surgery. Should an individual decide to file a medical malpractice lawsuit, it would be in his or her best interests to consult with an experienced malpractice lawyer to receive proper legal counsel.
About this Author
If you or your loved one has been injured by an anesthesia error, the Springfield medical malpractice attorneys of Strong-Garner-Bauer, P.C. will fight for your right to financial compensation.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=David_S_Caldwell
