Compartment Syndrome Medical Malpractice Attorney in Miami

Compartment syndrome is a serious medical condition that occurs when pressure within a muscle compartment increases to dangerous levels, restricting blood flow and leading to potential muscle and nerve damage. Without timely treatment, compartment syndrome can cause permanent disability or even necessitate amputation.

Each year, thousands of cases of compartment syndrome are reported in the U.S. Estimates suggest that over 25,000 cases occur annually, with Florida contributing a significant portion due to its high population and active lifestyle. Given the serious consequences of delayed diagnosis, it is critical for health care providers to act swiftly when symptoms arise.

Unfortunately, doctors and other health care providers do not always act promptly, and sometimes their actions or inaction causes long-term harm. If you or a loved one has suffered from delayed diagnosis and treatment of compartment syndrome or a surgical error, improper casting or bandaging, or negligent post-operative care that caused compartment syndrome, you may be able to hold the negligent health care providers accountable for their negligence and get compensated for medical expenses, lost wages, pain, suffering and other damages recoverable under Florida law.

The experienced Florida medical malpractice attorneys at Boyers Law are committed to holding negligent doctors and other health care providers accountable for the harm they inflict on patients and their families. We welcome the opportunity to answer your questions about medical malpractice claims and help you determine your best course of action. Call us today at 786-882-8998 or fill out the “Tell Us What Happened” form on our website to get expert advice from an experienced Florida medical malpractice attorney.

Why Diagnosing and Treating Compartment Syndrome Quickly Is Crucial

Compartment syndrome is a medical emergency that occurs when increased pressure within a muscle compartment restricts blood flow, leading to muscle and nerve damage. It most commonly affects the limbs, particularly the lower leg and forearm, but it can occur in other areas of the body. Common causes include fractures (most common cause), crush injuries, severe burns, tight bandages or casts, blood clots or vascular injury, and snake bites due to venom-induced swelling.

Symptoms of compartment syndrome include severe pain, numbness, tingling, tightness, decreased muscle function, and weakness or difficulty moving the affected limb. Proper diagnosis, including a clinical assessment of these symptoms, pressure monitoring within the affected compartment, and imaging tests to assess muscle condition, is crucial, since compartment syndrome can result in irreversible damage within hours if not treated immediately to relieve pressure.

The standard procedure to treat compartment syndrome is an emergency fasciotomy, a surgical procedure performed to relieve increased pressure within a muscle compartment. If the syndrome is not diagnosed accurately and promptly and this surgery is delayed, you could suffer severe complications, including permanent muscle and nerve damage or loss of a limb.

If you or a loved one has suffered from complications related to a delayed diagnosis or delayed treatment of compartment syndrome, it is important to hold the negligent health care provider(s) accountable for their negligence. The highly experienced medical malpractice attorneys at Boyers Law Group can help you hold them accountable and obtain the substantial compensation you deserve for all the damages you have suffered and may continue to suffer due to their negligence.

For the help you need with your Florida compartment syndrome medical malpractice claim, call the compassionate, experienced Miami medical malpractice attorneys at Boyers Law Group at 786-882-8998 or submit the “Tell Us What Happened” form on our website.

When Medical Malpractice Causes Compartment Syndrome

Besides delayed diagnosis and treatment, there are other types of medical malpractice that can lead to serious compartment syndrome injuries, including:

Improper Treatment of Fractures or Injuries

- Delayed or improper fracture management: If a healthcare provider fails to properly set or stabilize a fracture, it can lead to excessive swelling and increased compartment pressure.
- Improper casting or splinting: Applying a cast or bandage too tightly can restrict blood flow and contribute to compartment syndrome. Medical professionals must regularly assess for signs of swelling and adjust as needed.
- Ignoring post-surgical swelling: After orthopedic surgeries, swelling must be closely monitored to prevent compartment syndrome from developing.

Surgical Errors

- Failure to perform a fasciotomy when indicated: If a surgeon neglects to perform an emergency fasciotomy in a patient with rising compartment pressure, it can lead to irreversible damage.
- Postoperative negligence: If a patient develops excessive swelling after surgery and is not properly monitored, compartment syndrome can develop unnoticed.

Medication Errors

- Improper administration of anticoagulants: Excessive bleeding into a muscle compartment due to medication errors (e.g., incorrect anticoagulant dosage) can increase pressure and lead to compartment syndrome.
- Overuse of intravenous fluids: Excessive IV fluid administration can contribute to swelling and increased compartment pressure, especially in trauma patients.

If you or a loved one has suffered a compartment syndrome injury due to any kind of medical error or negligence, Florida law gives you the right to bring a claim for damages against the negligent health care provider or providers. The Florida medical malpractice attorneys at Boyers Law Group can help you understand your rights under the law and pursue the substantial compensation you deserve for the damages you have suffered. Call us at 786-882-8998 or submit the “Tell Us What Happened” form on our website to get the expert advice and help you need.

How Experienced Florida Medical Malpractice Attorneys Will Help with Your Compartment Syndrome Claim

The Florida medical malpractice claims process can be very time-consuming and complicated, as it involves many different steps, procedures and deadlines. In general, it is important to know that for a successful claim, you must be able to prove:

Duty of care: The health care provider had a responsibility to provide competent medical treatment.
Breach of duty: The provider failed to recognize, diagnose, or treat compartment syndrome appropriately.
Causation: The provider’s negligence led directly to the development or worsening of compartment syndrome.
Damages: You suffered harm, such as permanent disability, loss of limb, or chronic pain and related medical expenses because of the development or worsening of compartment syndrome.

If you suspect medical malpractice caused or worsened your compartment syndrome, it is important to consult with an experienced Florida medical malpractice attorney who understands the law and is familiar with the legal procedures involved in filing a medical malpractice claim. The Boyers Law Group medical malpractice attorneys

Understand the elements and nuances of the law and will explain them fully to you.
Have the resources to thoroughly investigate your case and amass the evidence necessary to prove causation and your need for substantial compensation.
Have the skill to negotiate aggressively with insurance companies for the full settlement you deserve.
Will keep you well informed of progress on your case.
Will put their trial experience and legal expertise to work in court fighting for the award you deserve, if a fair settlement cannot be reached.

Call us today at 786-882-8998 or submit the “Tell Us What Happened” form on our website to get the experienced, expert help you need for your compartment syndrome medical malpractice case.

What Financial Compensation Can Victims of Compartment Syndrome Medical Malpractice Receive?

A financial award or settlement can never truly compensate you for the physical and emotional suffering caused by a compartment syndrome injury; however, a medical malpractice lawsuit can enable you to hold the health care provider or providers responsible for the harm accountable for their negligence and enable you to obtain substantial compensation for all you have suffered and lost.

Each medical malpractice lawsuit is unique, and the amount of financial compensation you may be able to obtain depends on many different factors; however, in general, you may be entitled to substantial compensation for:

Existing and potential future medical expenses for hospital stays, surgical procedures, office visits, medical equipment, medications, etc.
Physical pain and suffering
Mental anguish, stress, anxiety
Diminished capacity to enjoy life
Lost income and diminished earning capacity
Permanent disability
Your family’s loss of companionship, guidance and assistance
Other damages recoverable under Florida law

The experienced attorneys of Boyers Law Group understand that medical malpractice injuries can impact your life in many ways, including your physical and mental health, financial situation, ability to participate in everyday activities, and your family’s well-being and are committed to putting our experience, skill and resources to work for you to secure the substantial compensation you deserve.

Contact Boyers Law Group for Expert Legal Help with Your Compartment Syndrome Medical Malpractice Case

The experienced Miami medical malpractice attorneys at Boyers Law Group have a proven track record of holding negligent health care providers accountable. We understand the complexities of compartment syndrome cases and will fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.

Contact us today at 786-882-8998 or fill out the “Tell Us What Happened” form on our website for a free consultation.

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