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Anesthesia Overdose and Underdose: When Mistakes Become Life-Threatening
Anesthesia is commonly used for patient comfort and to ensure cooperation during surgical procedures. It is administered by a medical doctor with specialized training in anesthetic use and patient care. Doctors typically work with patients to formulate specific anesthesia plans to fit particular patient needs. The anesthesia malpractice lawyers at Lopez McHugh, LLP know that…
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Anesthesia Malpractice: What Patients Should Know
Anesthesia has allowed for tremendous advances in medicine. From going to the dentist, to epidurals during pregnancy, to general surgery, it’s likely that everyone will go under some form of anesthesia during their lifetime. Because of its widespread use, it’s important to know what being anesthetized entails, what to expect, and what complications are associated…
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Penn Doctors Study Why Elderly Patients Become Confused After Surgery
Confusion after surgery can be common, especially during the first few hours after a procedure when patients are coming out of anesthesia. For most patients, this post-surgical disorientation clears up soon after an operation. Unfortunately, it can last much longer than a few hours. There is a growing awareness among surgeons that anesthesia may be responsible for…
