Foreign Objects Left After Surgery: Can You Sue?
At the Nghi Lam Law Firm, we fight aggressively for clients who have sustained serious injuries because a surgeon left a foreign object inside their body after surgery. This grave mistake is classified as medical malpractice, and you can seek compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, and lost wages.
Our firm investigates every aspect of the incident to provide you with the compensation you deserve. You do not pay for any legal fees or costs unless we win your case.
Examples of Possible Foreign Objects Left Behind By Medical Doctors
Some foreign objects include:
-surgical sponges
-cotton swabs or gauze pads
-needles
-clamps
-surgical towels
-tubes
Surgical sponges are the most common foreign object left in the body due to their small size. If left in the body, these items may cause serious injury or infection to the patient.
What Are Your Next Steps After Discovering A Foreign Object Is Inside Of You?
–Seek immediate medical care: It is important to remove the foreign object promptly, however, do not seek care at the same medical center who left the foreign object inside of you. They may attempt to deny or downplay the fact that they did so. Instead, visit a different healthcare facility.
–Keep track of symptoms you may have experienced post-surgery: Some symptoms may include infection, fever or chills, swelling, trouble breathing, or feeling sick without knowing why.
–Gather all medical records that are relevant to the surgery: Medical records are imperative for our law firm to build a strong medical malpractice case against the provider who injured you.
Call The Nghi Lam Law Firm About Your Medical Malpractice Case
If you have been seriously injured because a surgeon left a foreign object in your body, contact us today and speak directly to a lawyer so we can pursue your claim at 213-235-7969. We know that a serious injury can have a detrimental impact on your quality of life. We care about our clients and fight aggressively in court so that they get the compensation and care that they deserve. Our law firm represents personal injury clients in Orange County, Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, and all of California. Call us for a free consultation.
