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When administered properly, anesthesia can be used to reduce sensation, consciousness, and acute pain during major procedures and surgeries, allowing surgeons to perform modern medical miracles and save patients’ lives. Unfortunately, when an anesthesiologist fails to use the correct dosage and procedure for anesthesia, the results can be devastating, causing patients to endure horrific psychological and physical injuries.

The Consequences of an Anesthesia Error

For many patients going into surgery or facing a complex medical procedure, the only source of comfort lies in the knowledge that they will be unconscious or pain-free as it proceeds. When anesthesia is applied incorrectly, it can have the particularly devastating effect of allowing the patient to remain awake during the procedure, and in some rare cases, patients who suddenly become conscious may be unable to speak or voice their extreme discomfort.

Some other significant consequences of an anesthesia error:

Heart irregularities and cardiac events
Nerve damage
Stroke
Spinal cord injuries
Paralysis, both full and partial
Asphyxia
Brain damage
Coma
Death

Common Anesthesia Errors

It takes many years to learn how to administer anesthesia, which comes in many different forms and can have radically different effects on the body. From localized anesthetic that numbs a specific area of the body to general anesthesia that causes loss of consciousness, anesthesiologists must be able to accurately draw from their medical knowledge and use the right materials for your procedure. Like all medical professionals, however, anesthesiologists may sometimes be careless with their work, putting patients at risk of injury, permanent coma, and death.

The most common anesthesia errors involving negligence:

Failing to avoid harmful drug interactions
Allergic reactions due to known patient allergies
Inadequate oxygen during surgery
Delayed anesthesia delivery
Administering too little or too much anesthetic
Using anesthetic in the wrong region
Failing to monitor a patient’s vital signs

If you’ve been hurt as the result of a preventable anesthesia error, our Michigan attorneys at Grewal Law PLLC can help you with the process of filing a medical malpractice lawsuit against the medical professionals who caused your injuries. As a family-owned law firm, we take pride in treating our clients like family, and using our legal experience and skills to help advocate for their rights.

Contact our Michigan anesthesia error team today at (888) 211-5798 for a free consultation on your case.

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What is Anesthesia?

Anesthesia is a medical intervention used to block or reduce sensation and pain during surgical procedures or other medical treatments. It allows patients to undergo surgeries or diagnostic procedures without feeling discomfort or pain. Anesthesia can be classified into several types, each serving different purposes based on the procedure, patient needs, and the level of sedation required.

Common types of anesthesia include:

General Anesthesia: This type renders the patient completely unconscious, with no awareness or sensation during the procedure. It is administered through IV drugs or inhaled gases and is used for major surgeries.
Regional Anesthesia: Regional anesthesia numbs a specific area of the body by blocking nerve signals in that region. It includes techniques like epidural and spinal anesthesia, and is commonly used for procedures on the lower body.
Local Anesthesia: Local anesthesia involves injecting a numbing agent directly into a small area to block sensation in that specific region while the patient remains fully conscious. It’s typically used for minor procedures, such as dental work or skin biopsies.
Sedation (Conscious Sedation): Sedation uses medication to relax and drowse the patient while keeping them conscious. It’s often used for minor surgeries or diagnostic procedures, allowing patients to stay awake but comfortable.

Who Is Liable for Anesthesia-Related Injuries?

Anesthesiologists have a duty to meet the “standard of care” for their field and ensure that their patients are reasonably protected from serious injuries. That means you may be able to receive compensation for many different types of anesthesia errors and issues, primarily by filing a medical malpractice lawsuit against the professionals responsible for your losses. In some cases, you may also be able to file suit against other parties, such as:

Surgeon or Physician: The surgeon or physician overseeing the procedure might be held liable if they did not provide accurate information about the patient’s medical history or if they made decisions that contributed to the anesthesia error.
Healthcare Facility: The hospital or surgical center where the procedure took place can be held liable if the error resulted from inadequate facilities, equipment, or staffing. This can include issues with training, protocols, or equipment maintenance.
Pharmaceutical Manufacturer: In cases where the error involves a defective or improperly labeled anesthetic drug, the manufacturer of the drug might be held liable for any harm caused.
Medical Equipment Manufacturers: If the error was due to malfunctioning or faulty anesthesia equipment, the manufacturer of that equipment could be held responsible.

At Grewal Law PLLC, we can apply over a century of combined experience in diverse areas of the law to your case. By carefully investigating the circumstances of your anesthesia error injuries, our Michigan attorneys will help you understand your options for recovery – and provide top-tier representation on your behalf when needed.

Call (888) 211-5798 today to speak with a member of our experienced legal team.

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