Anesthesiology Malpractice
The invention of modern anesthesia revolutionized surgery, allowing doctors to perform lengthy, complex operations. When an anesthesiologist makes a mistake, however, the results can be devastating and the patient can suffer permanent injury or death.
At Queller, Fisher, Washor, Fuchs & Kool, L.L.P., we represent medical malpractice victims and their families. Our lawyers have the medical knowledge and legal experience to build strong cases for our clients.
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Our cases are taken on a contingency fee basis. If we accept your case, there is no fee unless we recover damages for you. For a free consultation with our New York personal injury attorneys, please call 877-394-1329 or contact us online.
Common Causes of Anesthesia Problems
There are numerous risks involved in receiving anesthesia. Patients may be injured by issues such as:
- Dosage errors
- Equipment malfunction
- Delayed delivery
- Failure to intubate
- Failure to monitor
- Negligent operation of equipment
- Giving anesthesia to a patient with an allergy
- Drug interactions
Injuries Associated With Anesthesia
The results of anesthesia errors can be extremely serious. Depending on the specifics of the error, a patient may suffer injuries such as:
- Asphyxia
- Brain damage from lack of oxygen
- Spinal cord injury and paralysis
- Awareness during surgery
- Heart attack
- Stroke
- Coma
- Birth injuries and defects
Any of these injuries can be catastrophic and may lead to wrongful death. Those patients who suffer injury and survive will likely face a lifetime of disability and need care from specialists.
The Cost to Patients who Suffered Anesthesia Errors
The cost of caring for a seriously disabled patient is enormous. Medical bills can easily reach into the hundreds of thousands of dollars. The family will need financial compensation to cover the cost of medical treatment, as well as to compensate for lost income. In wrongful death claims, we will also argue for funeral expenses and compensation for the loss of a loved one.
New York Surgery Error Lawyers
Call Queller, Fisher, Washor, Fuchs & Kool, L.L.P., at 877-394-1329 for a free consultation or schedule an appointment by contacting us online.
