Hemorrhage is defined as excessive bleeding from the veins, arteries and capillaries into internal and external body tissues. A hemorrhage of any kind can cause extensive medical problems. However, if the hemorrhage is uncontrolled, the medical problem can be severe and can lead to death if left uncontrolled. When an uncontrolled hemorrhage causes injury to a patient while under the care of a physician, hospital or other health care provider, there may be a cause of action based upon medical malpractice.
Possible Damages Resulting from Hemorrhage
Failure to control a hemorrhage can lead to significant medical problems. These problems include, but are not limited to:
- Excessive Blood Loss
- Brain Damage
- Stroke
- Heart Failure or Heart Attack
- Shock
- Death
Medical Negligence and Hospital or Doctor Liability
Liability for uncontrolled hemorrhage can arise in various ways. Initially, failure to notice the hemorrhage, if the hemorrhage should have been identified, can result in medical malpractice. Furthermore, if a physician or other health care provider causes damage to a blood vessel when performing medical treatment, this damage can lead to a hemorrhage which may lead to malpractice. Additionally, failure to promptly attend to a hemorrhage can be the basis for a malpractice case. Moreover, improperly treating the hemorrhage can serve as grounds for filing a medical malpractice case.
Legal Remedies for Negligence Resulting in Hemorrhage
Generally, medical malpractice constitutes a complicated topic in tort law. As a result, an experienced, knowledgeable attorney should be sought. One should research the background of the attorney in order to obtain information indicating the attorney’s experience in handling medical malpractice cases involving hemorrhages, or related types of medical malpractice cases.
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, expert analysis and the statute of limitations. More importantly, an attorney who possesses experience in handling uncontrolled hemorrhages will have a sophisticated medical and legal understanding of how the failure to control the hemorrhage can result in injury and malpractice; this expertise can result in the recovery of substantial amounts for the patient. Finally, a medical malpractice attorney will understand the law, as well as medical and scientific issues, in order to construct a strong case.
