Surgical Malpractice Dangers

Anytime a patient goes into the operating room for surgery, there is some risk of surgical malpractice. Like the rest of us, surgeons are human and occasionally make mistakes. Unfortunately, however, a surgical error can have tragic consequences on a person's life. A surgeon or team member who makes a mistake and causes harm to the patient may be liable for surgical malpractice. If you or someone you love has been harmed by a surgical error, consider consulting with a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible.

Types of Surgical Malpractice

During a procedure as complex as a surgical operation, no mistake is insignificant. Everything must be done carefully and precisely to avoid causing any harm to the patient. Some common types of malpractice that can lead to further complications include:

Wrong side surgery
Wrong site surgery
Improper incision
Misuse of anesthesia
Use of un-sterile tools
Hospital infections
Leaving surgical instruments in the body

Any of these mistakes could severely injure a patient and possibly even result in wrongful death. The patient and his or her family could be left not only with the physical and emotional pain caused by malpractice, but its financial burdens as well. A victim of a surgical error may be facing sky high medical bills, lost income from time off of work, the expenses for any corrective surgeries needed, recovery costs, and pain and suffering. If you or someone you know has been harmed by surgical malpractice, discuss your legal rights and options with an experienced malpractice lawyer.

Learn More

For more information on surgical errors and malpractice lawsuits, visit the website of the Kenosha medical malpractice attorneys of Habush, Habush & Rottier, S.C., today.