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The dangers of a costly misdiagnosis

On Behalf of | Nov 25, 2020 | Medical Malpractice

This blog recently discussed the serious consequences of misdiagnosis. It is helpful for victims of medical malpractice to be familiar with the different ways misdiagnosis can harm them and the different ways the legal process can help protect them.

Different types of medical malpractice

Medical malpractice includes a variety of different types of medical errors and negligence and can include surgical errors and medication errors. A medical misdiagnosis can be costly in a variety of ways for victims and their families. A medical misdiagnosis can result in the disease or illness the victim suffers from going untreated; it can also result in the victim receiving medical care or treatment for a medical condition they do not suffer from which can also cause harm. In addition, a failure to diagnose can also result in the victim never receiving the medical care and treatment they need. A delayed diagnosis can result in the victim not promptly receiving the potential life-saving treatment they need.

Help for victims of misdiagnosis and medical malpractice

Generally, when the victim has suffered from a worsened condition because of a misdiagnosis, failure to diagnose or delayed diagnosis may have a claim for damages. Victims may be able to recover compensation for their physical, financial and emotional damages and also hold the negligent medical care provider who harmed them accountable for the suffering they have endured. It is helpful for victims of this type of harm to be familiar with the legal resources and remedies available to help them.

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