Common Causes of Unnecessary Surgery: What Illinois Patients Need to Know

When you undergo unnecessary surgery, you may face additional risks that could have otherwise been prevented. This may be a case of medical negligence and could result in the filing of an Illinois medical malpractice claim.

A Chicago medical malpractice attorney will investigate your case thoroughly to determine if you have a valid claim and will make sure that all evidence necessary for your case is collected.

Some of the most common causes of unnecessary surgery include: 

• misdiagnosis of a medical condition;
• a false positive on a test;
• mixing up patients; or
• misreading test results.  

Any of the above causes are the result of a doctor's demonstrated medical negligence. This means your doctor may be held liable for the damage associated with your unnecessary surgery in Illinois. Damages for unnecessary surgery can account for lost wages, medical expenses, pain and suffering, disfigurement, disability and emotional distress.

When unnecessary surgery leads to an Illinois medical malpractice claim, you will need the help of an experienced Chicago medical malpractice attorney. With the assistance of an attorney, you will be able to pursue and fight for your Illinois medical malpractice claim. 

When to Hire a Chicago Medical Malpractice Attorney

A Chicago medical malpractice attorney at the Law Offices of Barry G. Doyle, P.C. has dealt with similar cases to yours and knows the best course of action for your claim. To improve your chances at a fair settlement and take the burden out of all the paperwork involved in a medical malpractice claim in Illinois, contact us today for a free case evaluation - 312-263-1080.