The Complications That Arise From Retained Foreign Objects After Surgery
Leaving a medical instrument, sponge or towel in a patient following surgery is nothing to take lightly. Patients undergoing operations are at their most vulnerable. While under anesthesia, trust is assumed, yet often shattered when post-operative complications arise from something left behind.
At Novak, Robenalt & Pavlik, L.L.P., we understand that these types of medical malpractice claims are rife with emotion. Simple measures and attention to detail can easily prevent a retained foreign object after surgery. When medical professionals fall short, we move quickly to hold them accountable.
Take immediate action if you or a loved one has been victimized by negligence during surgery. Contact us at 216-592-8758 or toll free at 866-400-6637.
Dedicated and Experienced Cleveland Surgery Malpractice Attorneys
Something as simple as a sponge being left inside a patient results in complex medical malpractice litigation. Our attorneys are dedicated to handling all aspects of your claim. We do not pass off complicated cases to other attorneys or firms. In fact, those lawyers and law offices often bring clients to our attention. Surgeon malpractice cases where a foreign object has been left behind include:
- Sponges
- Instruments
- Tubing
- Towels
- Gauze
Our reputation for successful verdicts at trial has resulted in a strong referral network. That success is combined with the insight that Thomas Robenalt and William Novak possess as former insurance defense attorneys. They have litigated cases on behalf of insurance providers from the other side of the courtroom. That point of view is a valuable asset for you.
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