The Dangers of Severe Trauma
A person who has been injured and requires medical attention must have the wound quickly closed in order to limit the likelihood that infection will arise. If a doctor does not adequately treat a patient suffering from a severe wound or drastic hemorrhaging, the consequences can be devastating. Emergency situations require both fast and accurate work from attending physicians and nurses.
To discuss your legal options further if you have not been treated quickly enough or properly after an injury, contact the Philadelphia emergency room negligence attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 215-238-1130 today.
Treating Traumatic Injuries
Many emergency room injuries involve some level of severe trauma. These injuries can occur for any number of reasons, including workplace accidents and car collisions. When a patient comes into the emergency room, it is crucial that they receive immediate treatment that minimizes the possibility for serious complications. Failure to do so can result in some of the following problems:
- Shock
- Brain hernias
- Stroke
- Infection
- Injury to internal organs and tissue
A delay in treatment can lead to these very serious complications. Depending on where the injury is, an excess of blood in the body can lead to potentially permanent injuries. In particular, a brain hernia or stroke may result in a loss of brain functioning. This can reduce a person’s ability to perform even basic tasks.
Contact Us
If you have been injured, but did not receive adequate treatment from an emergency room physician, there may be legal action available. These individuals have a responsibility to help patients in their most urgent time of need. For more information regarding your options, contact the Philadelphia medical malpractice lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., by calling 215-238-1130 today.