A significant percentage of women and many men will develop a thyroid nodule over their lifetime. Nodules may be diagnosed during a routine physical examination for an enlarged thyroid, known as goiter, or by chance during an imaging study ordered to investigate other medical issues. Unfortunately, many thyroid nodules will go unnoticed by both the patient and their physician.
Approximately 600,000 people globally were diagnosed with bladder cancer in 2020. Bladder cancer is responsible for an estimated 200,000 or more deaths every year worldwide. The success of treatment and long-term survival for patients with bladder cancer depends in large part on diagnosis as early as possible. Unfortunately, the diagnosis of bladder cancer is often delayed, and progression or spread of the disease occurs without treatment.
Pancreatic cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. The American Cancer Society estimates that in 2024, about 64,000 new cases of pancreatic cancer will be diagnosed, and approximately 51,000 people will die from the disease. Despite being relatively rare compared to other cancers, the prognosis for pancreatic cancer is often poor, with a five-year survival rate of only about 11%.
Liver cancer is a global health concern and ranks as the sixth most common cancer worldwide and the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths. In the United States, the American Cancer Society estimates that in 2024, about 42,000 new cases of liver cancer will be diagnosed, and approximately 30,000 people will die from the disease.
Uterine cancer, though relatively common among women, often presents with subtle symptoms in its early stages, making it susceptible to delayed diagnosis. However, when healthcare providers fail to recognize the signs or promptly investigate concerning symptoms, the consequences can be dire. In this article, we delve into the intricacies of delayed diagnosis in uterine cancer, shedding light on the challenges it poses and exploring the legal ramifications of medical malpractice in such cases.
Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is one of the most prevalent and deadly cancers worldwide. Despite advancements in screening and early detection efforts, delayed diagnosis remains a critical issue in the management of this disease.
Pediatric scoliosis is a medical condition that involves an abnormal curvature of the spine in children. While many cases are mild, if left untreated, scoliosis can lead to significant physical deformity, pain, and other health complications.
When it comes to the delicate health of premature infants, every second counts. A delayed diagnosis or mistreatment can have life-altering consequences for the baby and their family. One such condition that requires prompt attention is Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP). Regrettably, not all medical professionals act with the urgency or care that they should, leading to potential cases of medical malpractice.
If the signs and symptoms of spinal cord compression are not timely diagnosed and treated, conditions like an infectious abscess or hematoma can compress and starve parts of the spinal cord from oxygen-rich blood. This compression can cause permanent loss of spinal cord function.
In medical malpractice cases, permanent injury to the brain and spinal cord are often traced to one or a combination of three causes: compression due to swelling or pressure, lack of oxygen-rich blood to the brain or spinal cord (anoxia), and/or bleeding and hematomas.
Incomplete examinations can lead to misdiagnosis and permanent brain injury of spinal cord injury. Medical malpractice leading to brain injury or spinal cord injury often
A study published in June of 2022 from the Journal of the American Medical Association has shown that rates of death from uterine cancer have
