Surgical Errors

When an individual turns to medical professionals for help with a health problem, they trust the doctors and nurses to take care of them throughout the duration of treatment. Tragically, though, there are many instances of medical malpractice that can result in additional health issues for the victims. Surgeries are one of the most potentially dangerous types of medical treatment, and when errors occur during operations, the patient may be at risk of devastating consequences.

The San Diego medical malpractice attorneys of Ritter & Associates understand how traumatic this type of incident can be, and we are prepared to help victims take legal action against the careless medical professional that caused their suffering. Contact our offices at (619) 296-0123 if you or someone you love has been the victim of a surgical mistake and is in need of legal counsel.

Common Types of Surgical Errors

Surgical procedures can be highly complex and often require the attention of multiple medical professionals. Because of the intricate nature of surgeries, patients may experience a variety of injuries should a mistake occur. The most frequent types of surgical errors include:

• Anesthesia errors
• Wrong site surgery
• Problems with suturing
• Incorrect surgical procedure
• Mishandling of surgical instruments
• Objects retained in the body after surgery
• Post-surgical complications

Unfortunately, these surgical mistakes can leave you with more health problems than when you initially sought treatment. You may have to spend extra time in the hospital in order to fully recover, causing you to miss work as well as garner additional medical bills.

Contact Us

At Ritter & Associates, we understand that the trauma associated with surgical errors can be overwhelming. If you or someone you love has experienced this type of devastation, there are ways to overcome the challenges and hold the responsible party liable for your losses. Contact a San Diego personal injury attorney at our firm at (619) 296-0123 to discuss your case with a member of our legal team today.