Sciatic nerve injuries are relatively rare but can have devastating consequences when they do occur. Estimates suggest that nerve injuries occur in approximately 0.2% to 2% of all surgical procedures involving the pelvis and lower extremities. However, the risk varies depending on the complexity of the procedure and the skill of the surgical team.
Radial nerve injuries during surgery are not very common, but they are a known risk. Research shows that about 1–3% of surgeries on the upper arm or shoulder may result in nerve damage. The chances of injury depend on factors like the complexity of the surgery and whether the patient has existing health issues, such as diabetes or nerve damage.
At Lupetin & Unatin, we are a medical malpractice law firm with a proven track record of handling cases involving femoral nerve injuries caused by surgical negligence. We understand the life-altering impact this type of injury can have—not only on the patient but also on their family.
Heart failure is a serious medical condition that affects millions of people worldwide, including many in the United States. While often associated with chronic illnesses, heart failure can also result from medical negligence. At Lupetin & Unatin, we are committed to helping patients and their families understand their rights when medical malpractice leads to devastating outcomes.
Surgical fires occur when combustible materials in the surgical environment ignite. These fires can happen on or near the patient, on surgical instruments, or elsewhere in the OR. While rare, with an estimated 550 to 650 cases reported annually in the United States, the consequences are often catastrophic for those affected.
A delay in diagnosis and treatment of multiple myeloma may constitute medical malpractice if it results from negligence, such as failing to recognize and act on early symptoms or risk factors, ignoring abnormal test results, or delaying referrals to specialists or appropriate diagnostic tests. These oversights can have catastrophic consequences for patients, significantly reducing their treatment options and overall prognosis.
Artificial disc replacement surgery is a medical procedure designed to treat chronic back or neck pain caused by degenerative disc disease. In rare cases, medical negligence or malpractice can have catastrophic results including spinal cord injuries that severely impede the patient’s mobility and quality of life.
Misdiagnosis and delay in treatment of multiple myeloma may constitute medical malpractice if it results from negligence, such as failing to recognize and act on early symptoms or risk factors, ignoring abnormal test results, or delaying referrals to specialists or appropriate diagnostic tests. These oversights can have catastrophic consequences for patients, significantly reducing their treatment options and overall prognosis.
Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common type of skin cancer. In this article, we’ll explain what basal cell carcinoma is, describe the stages of the disease, risk factors, symptoms, and how delays in diagnosis and treatment can lead to significant harm.
We have seen firsthand the massive impact delays in diagnosing and treating squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) can have on patients and their families. Coupled with our extensive experience handling skin cancer medical malpractice cases, we understand the devastating consequences these delays can cause.
Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that can be life-threatening if not diagnosed and treated promptly. Unfortunately, delays in diagnosing melanoma are not uncommon and can have serious consequences for patients. In this article, we’ll explain what melanoma is, describe the stages of the disease, risk factors, symptoms, and how delays in diagnosis and treatment can lead to significant harm.
Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis of Colorectal Cancer At Lupetin & Unatin, we have seen firsthand the life-changing impact that a delay in diagnosing colorectal cancer
