Helping Clients After Surgical Errors
Surgery has become so commonplace that people often view it as routine. However, it is hardly routine and requires a high level of care, skill and knowledge. Although most procedures are problem-free, surgical errors and negligence still occur, often with catastrophic results. This can occur whether the surgery is straightforward and simple or complex and risky.
Learn About Surgical Errors
If you have suffered an injury or a loved one has died as a result of surgical error, contact an attorney who can advise you about your options. The St. Louis, Missouri law firm of Meyerkord, Rineberg & Graham, LLC, helps clients recover compensation for injuries sustained as a result of surgical error and negligence. Call us at 888-463-5519 or complete our intake form to schedule a free initial consultation.
Examples of Surgical Errors
Even seemingly minor errors can have significant consequences for the patient. We help clients who have been injured because of surgical errors such as these:
- Anesthesia error
- Surgery on the wrong part of the body
- Failure to adequately monitor post-operative vital signs
- Foreign object left inside patient (sponge, instruments, gauze)
- Malfunctioning equipment
- Post-operative infection and other complications
- Improper surgical technique
- Surgeons performing procedures for which they are inadequately trained
These types of malpractice can occur during the most common surgeries, such as laparoscopic, arthroscopic, and outpatient surgery. And in more complex procedures, such as heart surgery and spine surgery, the stakes are even higher.
Significant Consequences
Patients can suffer brain injury, disfigurement, amputation and significant infections that can become life threatening. Loss of oxygen because of an incorrect tube placement can be fatal almost immediately. Even painkillers administered after successful surgery can lead to debilitating or fatal reactions if not properly monitored.
Researching Your Case, Helping You Heal
We pride ourselves on our ability to thoroughly research and build strong cases. We consult with medical and surgical experts, depose operating room witnesses, and work with life-care planners and economists to accurately calculate the cost of your injury.
You may be unable to work or take care of your children and require significant amounts of help and treatment. Our goal is to develop a strong case so that you will have the resources you need to enable your recovery.
Learn More About Surgical Error
Contact our St. Louis law firm if you have been injured or a loved one has died as a result of surgical error. Call 888-463-5519 fill out our intake form to schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your case.
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