As a lawyer practicing in medical malpractice cases, I handle a wide range of cases that involve negligence or wrongdoing on the part of medical professionals. Some common types of medical malpractice cases include:
- Misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose - This occurs when a doctor fails to properly diagnose a medical condition or disease, resulting in delayed or inappropriate treatment. Common examples include misdiagnosis of cancer or other serious illnesses.
- Surgical errors - This includes mistakes made during surgical procedures such as wrong-site surgery, leaving objects inside the patient’s body, or nerve damage caused during a surgical procedure.
- Medication errors - This involves errors made by healthcare professionals in prescribing or administering medication. This can include prescribing the wrong medication, administering the wrong dose, or failing to properly monitor the patient for potential side effects.
- Birth injuries - This includes injuries sustained by infants during childbirth due to medical negligence, such as improper use of delivery instruments, failure to order a necessary C-section, or failure to properly monitor fetal distress.
- Anesthesia errors - This involves errors made during the administration of anesthesia, such as giving too much or too little anesthesia, or failing to properly monitor the patient’s vital signs during the procedure.
It’s important to note that each case is unique, and the specific circumstances of a case will determine the type of legal action that should be taken. Additionally, there may be certain limitations or exceptions to consider, such as the statute of limitations or the possibility of contributory negligence on the part of the patient. To better understand your options and next steps, it’s recommended that you seek advice from a licensed attorney who specializes in medical malpractice cases.
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