Medical malpractice can have serious consequences for its victims. This article discusses the most common forms of medical malpractice and the legal options available to its victims.
It’s a scary thought to end up in a healthcare center and receive incompetent or negligent medical care. Unfortunately, recent research findings have shown that medical errors resulting in deaths occur more frequently than people would like to imagine, with an estimated 251,000 deaths occurring yearly due to this. This alarming statistic cannot be ignored.
If you or a loved one becomes a victim of medical malpractice, you have the legal right to file a medical malpractice claim. Here are the most common forms of medical malpractice that warrant a claim:
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MISDIAGNOSIS
Misdiagnosis is one of the most common forms of medical malpractice, especially for serious illnesses like heart attacks and cancer. Victims must show that the healthcare provider acted negligently to cause the misdiagnosis to warrant a medical malpractice claim.
FAILURE TO TREAT
Prescription drug errors can occur when a medical practitioner prescribes the wrong medication, dose, or treatment procedure. This can lead to serious issues, such as developing tolerance or resistance.
PRESCRIPTION DRUG ERRORS
It is sometimes possible for a medical practitioner to prescribe the wrong medication. An example is when a pharmacist prescribes the wrong dose (Under-dose or Overdose), which can cause serious issues in an individual’s body, developing tolerance or resistance. Another example is the prescription of the wrong medicine or treatment procedure.
SURGICAL ERRORS
Surgical errors have painful consequences for victims. These can include leaving sponges or tools in the body during surgery or operating on the wrong side. Victims may need to undergo another surgical procedure to correct the mistake.
BIRTH INJURIES
Birth injuries, which happen to newborns, can cause nerve damage, spinal cord injuries, cerebral palsy, and cephalohematoma. These injuries can be prevented.
CONCLUSION
In conclusion, medical malpractice is a serious issue in the medical field that can have dire consequences for its victims. Filing a medical malpractice claim can not only help victims but also minimize the number of incidents that occur. Understanding the most common forms of medical malpractice can help people recognize when they or their loved ones have been victims and take appropriate legal action.