As you can imagine, emergency rooms can get hectic, especially if there was a multi-car accident with lots of injuries. This can lead to emergency room errors. Murphy, Falcon & Murphy is a Baltimore-based personal injury law firm that handles cases for those who are the victim of emergency room errors. Below, we'll take a look at some of the causes of emergency room errors. Contact us for a free consultation today!
Errors in Diagnosis
Many people suffer from an error in diagnosis when they go to the emergency room. This is either due to a delay in diagnosis or a misdiagnosis. Oftentimes, the physicians misjudge the significance of a finding and prematurely decide on a treatment. Sometimes a test result is misread or symptoms are missed.
Error in Treatment
Other common emergency room errors include an error in the treatment of the diagnosis. This can either be a failure to stabilize the neck, resulting in paralysis or a failure to administer the right medication.
Failure to Perform the Correct Tests
Sometimes the correct tests are not performed, either out of haste or a perception that it is not needed.
Delay in Treatments
Since emergency rooms can get quite busy, your treatment may be postponed in lieu of someone deemed more high priority. It is during this time that the patient's condition worsens or new complications arise.
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What most people don't know is that, according to a recent study out of Johns Hopkins University, medical errors are now the third-leading cause of death in the United States. Medical errors and errors in the emergency room are a big problem, and if you've been the victim of a medical error, Murphy, Falcon & Murphy can help. Our top-rated medical malpractice lawyers will help you receive the just compensation you deserve. Schedule your free consultation today!