Pennsylvania Anesthesia Malpractice Lawyers
The proper administration and monitoring of anesthesia during surgery is a vital part of saving lives. Anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists receive specialized training in order to equip them to deal with the complications that arise from time to time. When we enter into surgery, we are literally putting our lives in the hands of this valuable medical professional.
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Unfortunately, negligence and mistakes do happen, and the results can be life-shattering. Failure to conduct proper tests can lead to anaphylactic shock or other allergic reaction, sometimes resulting in coma, persistent vegetative state (PVS) or even death. If your loved one died or was severely harmed by a negligent doctor or anesthesiologist, contact our offices in Philadelphia today to discuss your legal options with an attorney experienced in anesthesia malpractice cases.
Causes and Results of Anesthesia Malpractice
Dosage errors, especially anesthetic drug overdose, are the most obvious cause of serious injury or wrongful death in a case of anesthesia malpractice or negligence. Misread notes, instructions and prescriptions and failure to maintain clear communication between members on a surgical team can cause all types of medication errors.
Poorly performed procedures such as intubation (often performed by the anesthetist) can permanently damage the airway or cause serious hypoxic injury to the brain. Inexperienced anesthetists can also cause damage to veins, muscles or spinal cord when inserting an I.V. drip or performing an epidural. Failure to monitor equipment and set alarms can also result in injury, coma or death.
Aside from a negligent mistake or incompetence, there is another important cause of anesthesia malpractice. It is an unfortunate fact that anesthesiologists sometimes suffer from drug addiction, rendering them less able to perform their duties. When a hospital knows that one of their staff has a problem and fails to act appropriately to protect patients from potential harm, a malpractice lawsuit can be an effective way of holding the responsible parties accountable.
To schedule a free initial consultation with a lawyer experienced in anesthesia malpractice cases, contact our offices in Philadelphia today. We are proud to stand on the side of victims of anesthesia malpractice throughout Pennsylvania and in southern New Jersey.
