My grandmother had hip replacement surgery. The surgery was successful, but several weeks later we had to rush her to emergency because a blood clot had formed in her leg. Luckily she was treated and released. Could the blood clot have been caused by the negligence of the surgeon who performed the hip replacement surgery?
Can a post op blood clot be medical negligence?
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The risk of a post-operative blood clot is higher after orthopedic surgery and is very common after hip replacement surgery. This is due to lack of movement by the patient while recovering from surgery. Most blood clots will form within 2 weeks after surgery. There are measures that can be taken to prevent a post-operative blood clot. One way is to give the patient blood-thinning medication. Another way is for the patient to use compression stockings to help with the circulation of the blood.
The most common type of negligence in your grandmother's situation is deficient post-operative monitoring. If the surgeon and other hospital staff explained the risk of blood clots to your grandmother, prescribed blood thinning medication for her to take, advised her to wear compression stockings, and monitored her recovery, it is difficult to prove medical negligence. Even with the best of care, post-operative complications occur.
Your grandmother's post-operative care should be discussed with a medical malpractice attorney to determine if there was any negligence on the part of the surgeon or hospital staff.
Talk to a Medical Malpractice Lawyer to find out more about medical negligence complaints and the legal remedies available.
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Posted by Cynthia Padilla on 14 Apr 2010