Some surgical issues are outside of a professional’s control. Unusual anatomical features, issues with equipment and other unanticipated complications can cause surgical issues. Even the most experienced surgeon may not be able to prevent certain types of issues in...
Surgical Errors
3 items surgeons too commonly leave behind after operations
Many surgical mistakes are preventable with proper care. Retained foreign bodies or items left inside a patient are a form of never event, as health care professionals should diligently ensure there is nothing unnecessary in a patient's incision before closing it....
What is the most dangerous element of surgery?
Surgical procedures have become so common that many people now downplay the risks involved. After all, surgeons are subject to some of the most rigorous medical training standards. Typically, surgeons have many years of education and experience that allow them to...
Are ‘never events’ a sign of negligence?
Everyone makes mistakes. As long as there are humans, there will always be human error. But some mistakes should never happen, especially in a healthcare setting. These are referred to as ‘never events,’ and they can have severe consequences. The significance of...
The dangers of retained surgical objects
Doctors and nurses use many tools during surgery, including needles, scissors, sponges, clamps and scalpels. While medical practitioners are supposed to be very careful during operations to avoid injuring patients, there are times when surgical tools are left inside a...
Tactics used to avoid wrong-site surgery
Wrong-site surgery can be an absolutely devastating mistake for a patient. It can cause long-term complications that they may never recover from. It also means they do not receive the proper treatment they need. However, medical teams can use various tactics to...
Are you a victim of a never event in surgery?
Placing your trust in surgical professionals requires a lot of faith, especially when you're under anesthesia. You expect to wake up with your medical issue treated, not a new set of health complications. And yet, that actually happens. Sometimes, patients discover...
3 potentially catastrophic consequences of surgical negligence
Surgeons and other medical professionals are required to provide a standard of care that – in accordance with professional standards and expectations – helps to ensure patient safety and well-being. Nevertheless, negligence in the operating room can lead to...
Distractions in the OR that could result in surgical errors
Medical professionals must perform their duties with reasonable medical care, especially in the operating room, where risks are higher than usual. However, mistakes can happen during surgeries, too. Even the simplest thing in the operating room can distract a surgeon...
What are the consequences of postoperative negligence?
When you attend the hospital for surgery, it may be no exaggeration to say that you’re putting your life into the hands of the surgeons who are operating on you. You have to trust them to take care of you. Your care, however, should not end when you leave the...
