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Overview of Surgical Errors (Part B)

Before a doctor performs any type of surgery they should determine if the surgery is necessary, safe and in the patient's best interest.

Communication between doctor and patient is important. Many patients complain that they don't receive enough time with a doctor to thoroughly discuss these types of issues. If doctors spent more time with their patients, perhaps some surgical errors could be avoided.

Surgical Errors during a Procedure

Surgical errors can be the result of poor planning but they can also take place during a procedure. Some of the types of errors that can occur during a procedure include:

• Anesthesia errors;
• Incorrect incisions;
• Using unsterile equipment;
• Puncturing or perforating an organ;
• Prolonged surgery;
• Operating on the wrong part of a body; and/or
• Operating on the wrong person.

These are the most common types of surgical errors during a procedure. These types of errors can result in a serious injury or illness to a patient. In some cases, these surgical errors may even result in death.

Post-Procedure Surgical Errors

Some surgical errors don't occur until after the procedure has been completed. One of the more common types of post-procedure surgical errors occurs when a surgical instrument or sponge has been left inside a patient's body. This can result in serious injury, illness or permanent damage to a patient.

In addition, poor post-surgical care can lead to a multitude of serious conditions, such as:

• Infection;
• Prolonged healing;
• Septic shock; and
• Other life-threatening consequences.

No matter the circumstance surrounding a surgical error, the results can be disastrous. If you or someone you love has been injured because of medical negligence, contact an Aurora medical malpractice lawyer. They will fight for your rights and advocate that you receive the compensation that you may be entitled to.

Contacting an Aurora Medical Malpractice Lawyer

At the Law Offices of Barry G. Doyle, P.C, our Aurora 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 as the result of medical malpractice. Contact us today for a free case evaluation - 312-263-1080.

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