Giving birth is not an easy task. It truly is hard work. Even when everything goes smoothly and by the book, it takes a toll on the mother and the baby. But when labor does not progress as it should, complications can occur. Doctors should watch for prolonged labor,...
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Evaluating the link between nerve pain and surgical procedures
Experiencing nerve pain following a surgical procedure can be a challenging and disruptive ordeal. In some cases, there may be a possibility that surgical errors have caused the nerve pain. This article will explain what steps to take if you feel that your nerve pain...
How common are misdiagnoses in health care?
When you experience new symptoms and health concerns, you naturally expect your doctor to provide answers. And in many cases, medical professionals can get to the bottom of health issues quickly and efficiently. However, medical misdiagnoses pose a huge threat to...
3 types of mistakes hospitals make about heart attacks
Medical outcomes are never entirely certain. However, competent hospitals and doctors do everything that they reasonably can to minimize the risk of an adverse result. In other words, mistakes can happen — especially with complex, dangerous conditions such as heart...
Understanding different types of spinal cord injury
Spinal cord injuries often lead to permanent and significant changes in a person's life. If you or a loved one experienced such an injury after an accident, you likely feel uncertain and overwhelmed. Learning more about the terminology used when discussing spinal cord...
Denial of care may put pregnant patients at risk
The Texas Medical Association expressed concern to regulators about the potential risks to pregnant patients due to hospitals denying or delaying care due to concerns about the state's abortion laws. Delayed care can lead to complications that may cause birth injuries...
Out-of-court settlements lead to concealment of malpractice
Most malpractice cases in Texas end in out-of-court settlements. A recent analysis found that 97% of Texas malpractice cases never go to court. This outcome allows some victims to receive compensation faster but also makes it easier for medical providers to conceal a...
Never events in surgery
Some medical errors are so egregious and terrifying that essentially the entire healthcare system wants to prevent them. These go by the name of "never events". Operating on the wrong side, in the wrong place or on the wrong patient are three of the worst surgical...
What are common distractions for surgeons?
Most people do not worry about the possibility of their surgeon getting distracted in the middle of a procedure. However, surgeons are people, too. It can happen. This is a form of malpractice, and it can leave victims suffering serious and lifelong consequences....
When is a surgical error medical malpractice?
There is no such thing as minor surgery. The matter is serious whether you have your appendix removed or open-heart surgery. When you wake up from your procedure, you do not want to hear that your surgeon made a mistake. At first, you will probably assume that it is...
