Medical malpractice can result in a worsening of the condition being treated, additional injury or illness, and even death. Common causes of medical malpractice include the following:

• Misdiagnosis or Delayed Diagnosis:

Failure to diagnose or a delay in diagnosing a serious medical condition, such as cancer, heart disease, or infection, can lead to the progression of the disease and worsened outcomes.

Surgical Errors:

Surgical malpractice can involve a variety of mistakes, including wrong-site surgery, anesthesia errors, leaving surgical instruments inside the patient, and nerve or organ damage during surgery.

Medication Errors:

Administering the wrong medication, incorrect dosage, or improper medication management can cause severe harm to patients, including adverse drug reactions, organ damage, or even death.

Birth Injuries:

Birth injuries can occur during labor and delivery due to medical negligence, leading to conditions such as cerebral palsy, brachial plexus injuries, or nerve damage to the baby.

Hospital-Acquired Infections:

Inadequate sanitation and hygiene practices in healthcare facilities can result in patients acquiring infections, such as MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) or hospital-acquired pneumonia.

Anesthesia Errors:

Administering too much or too little anesthesia, failing to monitor the patient’s vital signs during anesthesia, or allergic reactions to anesthesia can lead to complications or death.

Prescription and Medication Errors:

Healthcare providers may make mistakes in prescribing medications, leading to adverse reactions, drug interactions, or allergic responses.

Failure to Obtain Informed Consent:

Performing a medical procedure without obtaining the patient’s informed consent can lead to legal claims, especially if the patient was not properly informed about the risks and alternatives.

Negligent Postoperative Care:

Inadequate postoperative monitoring and care can lead to complications such as infections, blood clots, or organ failure.

Emergency Room Errors:

Misdiagnosis, delays in treatment, and improper triage in emergency rooms can result in severe harm to patients, especially in critical situations.

Nursing Home Neglect and Abuse:

Elderly residents in nursing homes can suffer from neglect, abuse, malnutrition, dehydration, bedsores, and other injuries due to substandard care.

Radiology and Imaging Errors:

Misinterpretation of X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, and other imaging studies can lead to missed diagnoses or incorrect treatment plans.