Anesthesiology Errors

Anesthesia is administered for the majority of surgeries today, whether the procedure is performed in a hospital, an outpatient surgery center or a doctor’s office. Anesthesiologists must administer the medication safely and closely monitor the patient’s vital signs and level of consciousness during surgery. The smallest mistake in dosage or type of anesthesia administered can have serious consequences.

 

If you or a loved one has been injured or died because of an anesthesia error, you have the legal right to hold the at-fault party or parties accountable. In order to get the maximum compensation that you deserve, you should hire experienced injury lawyers New York City.

 

When Anesthesia Complications Lead to Patient Injuries

 

When general anesthesia is administered, the patient falls asleep, feels nothing and has no recollection of the procedure once they wake up. Regional anesthesia is used to block pain in a specific part of the body. Local anesthesia only numbs a smaller part of the body, such as a hand or foot.

 

Generally speaking, anesthesia is safe for healthy people undergoing surgery. However, individuals who abuse alcohol or drugs, who smoke, or are in poor health are at a higher risk for complications.

 

Regardless of the patient’s health, every type of anesthesia can cause complications, such as stroke, heart attack, nerve damage, allergic reaction, and death.

 

If the use of anesthesia during your surgical procedure led to complications, your injury lawyers New York City will look at the specific facts of your case to see if the anesthesiologist can be held responsible for his or actions.

 

Human Error In the Administration of Anesthesia

 

It is very important for anesthesiologists, nurses and other medical professionals involved in a surgical procedure to closely monitor the patient’s vital signs before, during and after the procedure. Similarly, the anesthesiologist should also closely monitor the equipment used and the anesthetics administered.

 

The majority of complications resulting from the administration of anesthesia are caused by preventable human errors. Human anesthesia errors usually involve drug administration, anesthesia machine operation, breathing circuit or ventilation and improper use of IV apparatus and monitoring devices.

 

Human error does not excuse medical professionals for causing harm to the patient. Such errors may constitute medical negligence or medical malpractice if the patient is harmed. Injury lawyers New York City can get these victims the compensation they deserve for the injuries they have suffered.

 

Contact Our Injury Lawyers Today

 

If you or a loved one suffered injuries as a result of the improper administration of anesthesia, you should contact Gersowitz, Libo & Korek, P.C. Our injury lawyers New York City will work with accredited medical experts to evaluate whether healthcare standards were met and advise you of your legal options.

 

For more information or to schedule a complimentary consultation with one of our lawyers, call 800.529.9997.We help anesthesia negligence victims in New York and New Jersey.