Hysterectomy Injury Caused by Doctor Negligence

A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure utilized to remove the uterus.  The surgery is performed for a variety of reasons, including for treatment of cancer, endometriosis and in some cases, treatment of fibroids.  In the event that a physician fails to provide reasonable medical care while performing the hysterectomy or in the after care of the patient, and this failure leads to the patient’s incurring a medical injury, there may be a cause of action based upon medical malpractice.

Risks of Hysterectomy and Potential Side-Effects

There are various risks associated with a hysterectomy.  However, when medical malpractice occurs during the surgery, the results can be extensive.  Some risks include:

• Bowel Perforation
• Ureter Damage
• Perforated Bladder
  
• Nerve damage
• Bladder problems
• Peritonitis
• Death

Doctor or Hospital Liability for Medical Negligence and Injury

Liability arising out of hysterectomies can come about in various ways.  For instance, if a doctor severs or nicks another organ during the surgery, the patient could incur serious organ damage, peritonitis or death.  Moreover, a doctors' failure to notice any mistakes, such as severing another organ, can result in a medical malpractice case against the surgeon, assisting medical personnel and/or the hospital where the hysterectomy was performed.  Additionally, failure to promptly attend to problems during the surgery can be the basis for a malpractice case.  Improperly treating the patient during or after the surgery can serve as grounds for filing a medical malpractice case.

Can I Sue the Doctor for My Injury?

Medical malpractice lawsuits are extremely complicated, and require extensive expertise in their trial and litigation.  As a result, an experienced, knowledgeable medical malpractice lawyer should be consulted.  The medical malpractice attorney can investigate whether your case comes within the ambit of a malpractice cause of action.  Factors which will be considered include the underlying facts, medical history, medical records, medical expert analysis and the statute of limitations.

When to Talk to a Lawyer

An attorney who possesses experience in handling gynecological malpractice will have a sophisticated medical and legal understanding of how a surgeon’s actions during or after a hysterectomy can result in injury and malpractice. Most of these lawyers will offer victims or medical negligence a free initial consultation where legal advice and guidance can be obtained. If the case merits a medical malpractice lawsuit, a medical malpractice attorney will understand the law, as well as medical and scientific issues, in order to construct a strong case and maximize the amount of compensation awarded for their client.