A male patient was scheduled for a routine wrist surgery to remove a small bone that was causing him significant pain and loss of mobility. During the procedure, the surgeon mistakenly removed the wrong bone, leaving wrist fusion as the only viable corrective option. Unfortunately, instead of providing the anticipated relief and improved range of motion, the fusion surgery exacerbated the patient’s mobility issues, resulting in a wrist that could no longer bend or flex to the same extent as before the procedure.
Following our investigation into the case, our firm secured a substantial pre-suit settlement on the patient’s behalf, acknowledging the impact of the surgical error on his quality of life.
Type of Medical Malpractice: Surgical Error Leading to Wrist Fusion
Standard of Care Issues:
- Accurate identification and removal of the correct bone during surgery
- Proper surgical planning and execution to avoid irreversible outcomes
- Effective post-surgical follow-up and corrective measures