Improper Maintenance of Medical Technology
From roughly the turn of the 20th century through the present, there have been tremendous advances made in the practice of medicine. Significant portions of that progress can be attributed to the wonders of medical technology that have greatly enhanced the capacity to diagnose, monitor, and administer care. There are far too many new and improved tools to fully catalogue them here, but to put it into perspective, X-rays, defibrillators, heart-rate monitors, magnetic resonance imaging, and glucose monitoring represent only a small fraction of these technological marvels.
But if they are not properly maintained, these life-saving machines and tools can do more harm than good. Contact the Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 215-238-1130 to learn more about your legal options if you have been the victim of a malfunctioning piece of medical equipment.
Consequences of Malfunctioning Medical Equipment
Each medical device comes with its own set of dangers in the event of a malfunction. Some are more obviously hazardous than others. For example, a laser that is used to perform laser eye surgery or other microsurgery can burn or irreversibly cut vital organs and other body parts if not calibrated correctly or if the aiming mechanisms are misaligned. In light of these potentially life-threatening effects, medical facilities and physicians in private practice must take all appropriate measures to ensure that patients are not subject to needless risk. Possible consequences of malfunctioning medical equipment include:
- Electrocution
- Delayed treatment
- Misdiagnosis
- Burn injuries
- Severe lacerations
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For years we have been dedicated to helping our clients recover from the unspeakable harm that medical malpractice has inflicted upon them. If inadequately maintained medical technology has worsened your health, contact the Philadelphia medical malpractice attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 215-238-1130.