ANESTHESIA MALPRACTICE
Anesthesia malpractice, or an anesthesiologist malpractice, can arise when complications occur during the administration of anesthesia due to potential negligence. The field of anesthesia is a remarkable advancement in modern medicine, signifying a balance between its effective use and substantial risks involved. Anesthesiologists, specialized professionals who collaborate with surgeons, play a crucial role in ensuring the safe delivery of anesthesia and monitoring the patient’s well-being throughout surgery. Despite their expertise and dedicated focus during procedures, instances of errors still unfortunately occur all too frequently. These errors can lead to severe outcomes, emphasizing the importance of precision and vigilance in anesthesia administration to prevent potential harm to patients.
WHAT ARE COMMON ANESTHESIA ERRORS?
- PRE-OPERATION ERRORS
- INTUBATION & EXTUBATION ERRORS
If this tube is incorrectly placed, the following complications may occur:- Nerve damage in the esophagus or neck
- Stroke
- Anoxic or hypoxic brain damage due to lack of oxygen
- Arrhythmia (dangerously fast heartbeat)
- Perforated trachea
- Paralysis of the vocal cords
- Injuries to the teeth, lips, or mouth
- ANESTHESIA INJURY DUE TO ANESTHESIA MALPRACTICE
- Heart attack
- Stroke
- Asphyxia
- Brain injury
- Birth defects
- Nerve damage
- Spinal cord injury
- Paralysis
- Coma
- Death
- ANESTHESIA AWARENESS
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Sleep disorders
- Flashbacks
- Panic and anxiety disorders
- Extreme fear of doctors and medical settings, leading to the avoidance of necessary medical care
- WHAT TO DO AFTER ANESTHESIA INJURIES
If you or a loved one has experienced death or a serious injury which you think may have been because of an anesthesiology error or anesthesia malpractice, you may be entitled to compensation, including coverage for one or all of the following:
- Rehabilitation
- Current and future medical bills
- Loss of companionship
- Long-term disability
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Current and future loss of wages
- Pain and suffering
- Long-term care expenses
- Burial expenses
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