Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) is a condition that is often misdiagnosed. To diagnoses CES, doctors should look at medical history, do physical examination and order an MRI. The syndrome occurs when the nerve roots of the cauda equina are compressed. The cauda equina is the lowermost area of the spinal cord. The spinal cord ends at the upper portion of the lumbar spine. Due to pressure on the lower nerve
One of the most common and dangerous negligent practices in the medical field is giving a patient the wrong diagnosis. The implications of such an error may prove far-reaching. Patients may face struggles when a medical professional draws the wrong conclusion from tests or fails to order them. Dive into some things that may go wrong when a doctor gives the incorrect diagnosis. It delays the proper treatment Doctors often
Even if you don’t work in the medical industry, you probably know how stressful being a doctor or nurse can be. Every day, physicians and other medical professionals work under tremendous pressure, especially in hospitals. They are responsible for the lives and well-being of several severely injured or sick patients. These days, the problem is even worse in many parts…
When seeing health care professionals, you expect to be in trusted hands. You have questions and concerns about medical issues every time you go in for an appointment, seek medication, enter surgery or for any other health-related matter. You expect precise answers and precise results. However, infallibility does not always occur in medical settings. Physicians, nurses and medical support staff…
Individuals of all ages might struggle with numerous conditions that make anesthesia a significant risk. It is up to the doctor, nurses, surgical team and anesthesiologist to account for these risk factors and adjust any treatment or procedures. Common risk factors can include: Health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, kidney problems or lung conditions. Neurological disorders including seizures.…
The things parents want most for their children include safety and good health. Unfortunately, sometimes children are born with health problems that are no one’s fault and that science and technology can not yet prevent. However, some injuries to otherwise healthy children are completely preventable and are due to a doctor’s negligence. A study by the Doctors Company – the…
In many cases, a birth injury profoundly predicts the course of the infant’s life. Sadly, the child might face a lifetime of disability. They may need a lot of help and accommodation to enjoy a comfortable and dignified life. If your child’s birth injuries were the result of negligence from your doctor, nurse or another member of the medical team,…
Patients in Kentucky and across the country rely on the knowledge and expertise of medical professionals. Successful medical treatment is a step-by-step process that requires doctors and providers to be thorough and meticulous. If one step is missed in any part of the treatment process, the patient can suffer permanent or fatal injuries. Even something that seems minor, like misreading a…
When any Kentucky resident visits a medical center for a surgical procedure, he or she trusts that the operation will unfold as planned. Surgery patients place their lives in the hands of capable surgeons and have faith that these professionals will use their expertise to make the procedure a successful one. However, there are always underlying risks with any surgery,…
As a patient in a hospital or under the care of a doctor, you trust your medical provider’s recommendations. You may be given prescriptions to treat your ailments, or you may have medication manually administered without having full awareness of what drug you are being given. While the majority of medication benefits the patient greatly, helping to either treat their…
Not many people are aware that negligent medical care is a leading cause of death and injury in Kentucky and across the United States. Any missed step during medical treatment can mean serious injury and even death for the patient. No patient is exempt from medical malpractice. A woman in another state filed a lawsuit after alleged negligence led to her…
In just the last two decades, health care technology in Kentucky and across the United States has seen tremendous advancements. Many surgical procedures that used to be difficult and invasive are now considered routine. This advanced technology, combined with the expertise of surgeons and physicians, has led to improved outcomes and many lives saved. However, there is always a chance for medical…
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