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When Unnecessary Surgery Leads to Medical Malpractice in Illinois (Part A)

Although surgery can help treat a variety of medical conditions, there are some circumstances in which a patient undergoes unnecessary surgery. When a doctor prescribes or performs an unnecessary surgery, this may be a case of medical negligence.

You may be entitled to seek compensation through an Illinois medical malpractice claim if you have suffered injuries because you underwent unnecessary surgery. A Chicago medical malpractice attorney will carefully evaluate the details of your case to determine if you have a valid claim worth pursuing.

Additionally, a Chicago medical malpractice attorney will work hard to collect the evidence that necessary to prove you were the victim of unnecessary surgery. They will help you fight for your Illinois medical malpractice claim. While reviewing your case, your attorney may discover your procedure was one of several surgeries which are often unnecessary.

Common Procedures that May Be Unnecessary Surgery

There are some common procedures that may be considered unnecessary surgery. When a patient would otherwise benefit from a non-medical treatment, such as medication or physical therapy, even without being injured, they may be able to hold the doctor liable for medical negligence.

Some of the common types of procedures that could be considered unnecessary surgery (depending on the circumstances) include:

• coronary artery bypass;
• cesarean section;
• hysterectomy;
• carotid endarterectomy;
• pace maker implantation;
• cardiac catheterization; and
• angioplasty (including balloon).

In an Illinois medical malpractice claim, your doctor can be held liable for damages that include bodily injury, pain and suffering and emotional distress.

Many experts believe that doctors are rushing too many patients into surgical procedures without first attempting other forms of treatment. Surgery carries with it the risk of complications, additional medical expenses and lost time from work. All of these may be recoverable damages through an Illinois medical malpractice claim.

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