Complications Arising From Surgery
Surgery can be a stressful experience. It is invasive, it can be painful, and it can result in dangerous complications. Most surgeries end successfully, and the United States is recognized as having some of the best surgeons in the world. Unfortunately, even the most responsible, experienced doctors can commit errors. Complications can arise which can threaten your health and even your life.
Doctors have a responsibility to their patients. If you or someone you love has been injured as the result of medical treatment, you may have been the victim of medical malpractice, and you may be entitled to seek financial compensation. To learn more about how we can help get you the money you deserve, contact the Philadelphia medical malpractice attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., today by calling 215-238-1130.
Common Complications
Post-surgical complications are just that – results of surgery that complicate the healing process. Some of the most common include:
- Fever. The most common post-surgical complication, fevers occur in approximately 26% of recovering patients. They often indicate an infection or tissue damage.
- Infection. Infection of wounds can cause serious long-term damage and greatly hinder the healing process.
- Nausea. Nausea occurs in about 30% of patients following surgery, and is often the result of the body’s reaction to anesthesia.
- Heart attack. Because of the stress that surgery puts on the body, heart attacks are not uncommon. They are one of the leading causes of surgery-related death, with a mortality rate of around 36%.
Doctors should be aware of these risks and take reasonable steps to minimize them. If you believe your post-surgical complications could have been prevented, you may have grounds for legal action.
Contact Us
Your surgeon has a responsibility to your health and well-being. If his or her errors have caused you to become seriously injured, you have the right to seek financial compensation. Contact the Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., by calling 215-238-1130 to learn more about what we can do for you.