Most Common Surgeries that Can Result in Medical Malpractice

Surgical errors can lead to a serious injury or illness. While surgical errors can occur with any type of surgery, there are some procedures that are especially likely to involve instances of medical malpractice.  

Listed below are the most common surgeries that can result in medical malpractice: 

• Gastric bypass;
• Bariatric;
• Laparoscopic procedures;
• Plastic/cosmetic surgery;
• Angioplasty;
• Appendectomy;
• Endoscopy;
• Gallbladder;
• Repair to hernia;
• Colonoscopy;
• Back;
• Neck;
• Spinal;
• Aortic dissection;
• Kidney;
• Breast;
• Cataract;
• Lasik;
• Heart bypass;
• Replacement of aortic valve;
• Cholecystectomy;
• Dilation/Curettage; and
• Ear, nose and throat. 

Every surgery carries its own share of risks. However there is a difference between inherent risks and surgical errors. Injuries that are a result of medical negligence or surgical errors may be considered medical malpractice.

If you or someone you love has undergone surgery and it has resulted in an injury or illness, you may be eligible to file a medical malpractice lawsuit. Contact a Chicago medical malpractice lawyer who will work on your behalf to help you recover any damages that you may be entitled to because of a doctor or hospital's medical negligence.

Contacting a Chicago Medical Malpractice Lawyer

At the Law Offices of Barry G. Doyle, P.C, our Chicago medical malpractice attorneys will examine all aspects of your claim, determine liability, and aggressively pursue the full amount of compensation due to you or your loved one for any injuries or loss of life due to medical malpractice. Contact us today for a free case evaluation - 312-263-1080.