Chicago Incorrect Surgical Procedure Attorney

Incorrect Surgical Procedure

Undergoing surgery, no matter how simple or “routine,” is always a trying experience. The anxiety of going putting one’s health in others’ hands, the risks of anesthesia, and the often painful recovery process all show that the decision to operate on a patient should not be taken lightly. Imagine, then, the sense of betrayal and anger a patient would feel upon discovering that the surgery he or she has undergone was either unnecessary or the entirely wrong treatment for his or her problem!

Consequences of Incorrect Surgical Procedure

Receiving the incorrect surgical procedure can have severe consequences for a patient’s health, including:

• Organ damage
• Worsening of primary health problem
• Infection
• Disability
• Death

Even if the procedure does not directly result in any injury, the patient can still suffer from:

• Unnecessary medical expenses
• Pain and suffering
• Lost wages due to missed work

Per Se Negligence

Because an incorrect procedure will lead to unnecessary suffering even if it does not create permanent damage, it is considered an example of “per se” negligence. This means that you do not need to suffer lasting injuries in order to have grounds for a Chicago surgical malpractice lawsuit.

Although a lawsuit will not be able to undo your painful experience, it may help you recoup the unfair expenses you have faced, as well as win compensation for your pain and suffering.

Contact Us

To discuss the details of your case, contact the Chicago wrong surgery injury lawyers Friedman & Bonebrake at 312-466-8200.