Misdiagnosis
Failure to Treat and Diagnose, Delay in Diagnosis
Misdiagnosis of cancer and other ailments is an increasing issue and is one of the leading medical malpractice cases. Misdiagnosis or delays in diagnosis can cause an array of health problems, stress and financial issues for patients and loved ones. Misdiagnosing or delaying to diagnose any ailment can greatly reduce the survival rate of the patient and the length and quality of life.
Did You Know?
- 15 Percent of all medical cases in developed countries are misdiagnosed (American Journal of Medicine)
- Up to 44 percent of some types of cancer are misdiagnosed (Journal of Clinical Oncology)
Just a Few Verdicts the P&N Team has Reached:
Misdiagnosis and Delay in Diagnosis of Lung Cancer: A 42-year-old male was evaluated by pulmonary specialist for a lung mass that was suspicious for cancer. The lung specialist failed to perform a complete the work-up of the patient and failed to make a definitive diagnosis of the of the mass that had been found on CT scan. However, the patient was told that he did not have lung cancer. After 34 months, the patient returned to the doctor with complaints of coughing up blood. The diagnosis of a terminal Stage IV lung cancer was made, which was inoperable and incurable. The defendant claimed that he was not negligent, that the patient did not have lung cancer when he had first seen him nearly three years earlier and/or if he did have lung cancer, that his life expectancy would still have been the same. After a five-day trial, the jury returned a verdict for the patient and his family in the amount of $2.3 million dollars.
Failure To Diagnose Anatomical Anomaly In Newborn Infant: An infant was born with a vertebral abnormality of the spine that was not recognized. Since the abnormality was missed on the X-ray, the infant suffered a spinal cord injury resulting in paralysis and quadriplegia. A confidential eight-figure settlement was reached with the parties.
Failure To Diagnose Pulmonary Embolism: A 40-year-old female had difficulty breathing due to a pulmonary embolism which had not been diagnosed. She sought care from her family doctor, urgent care facility and emergency room. None of these providers recognized the signs and symptoms of a pulmonary embolism, which is a blood clot in a main vessel of the lung, which often can be a fatal condition, if not timely diagnosed. Tragically, the patient died at home. A confidential settlement reached.
Compassionate Attorneys You Can Trust
If you or a loved one has recently been diagnosed with cancer or another medical issue and feel that the diagnosis was late, incorrect, or not properly treated, our team of Attorneys at Perantinides & Nolan are here for you. We have decades of experience working with experienced and respected health care professionals in order to build the strongest case possible on your behalf. In Ohio, as in all states, medical malpractice cases are governed by legal time limits. Our medical malpractice attorneys can inform you of these limits and help you to take appropriate action before they expire. Please contact us at 330-253-5454 or email us here to schedule your initial consultation today.
