INTUBATION INJURIES


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Intubation Injury Attorney

An intubation procedure involves using a tube and ventilator to assist patients get air in and out of the lungs. It is a crucial medical procedure, though one that can be done incorrectly. When intubation errors occur, long term injury can result.

A common intubation error intubation is failing to insert the tracheal tube properly. When nurses and anesthesiologists make intubation mistakes, the airway can be lacerated or sufficient oxygen may not be delivered. Intubation malpractice and medical negligence may lead to nerve damage, airway injury or death.

Airway injuries are a well-known complication of anesthesia. The American Society of Anesthesiologist (ASA) injury database has recorded numerous adverse respiratory events. Injuries to the larynx, pharynx, and esophagus are not uncommon. Following an airway injury or intubation error, contact an Intubation Malpractice Attorney to investigate.

The Lyon Firm reviews hospital negligence and medical malpractice claims. We work with industry experts to determine the root cause of an accident and injury and hold negligent parties accountable for the injuries they have caused.

Joe Lyon is a Hospital Negligence Lawyer and Intubation Malpractice Attorney reviewing airway injury lawsuits and anesthesia errors for injured plaintiffs nationwide.


What is Intubation?


Endotracheal intubation is accomplished by passing a tube through a patient’s mouth and into the trachea. Nasal intubation, in turn, uses the nasal passage for the same effect. Airway management is a critical skill for nurses, doctors and anesthesiologists.

The failure to secure an adequate airway will deprive a patient of oxygen and may lead to injury, long-term disability, and death. The intubation medical procedure carries certain risks and complications, including:

  • Improperly placing the tube
  • Perforating tissue in the esophagus, larynx or pharynx
  • Unintentionally dislodging the airway tube
  • Over inflating the tube
  • Under inflating the tube

Intubation Injuries & Poor Airway Management


When medical errors and malpractice events occur, intubated patients can suffer serious injuries and complications, including:

  • Anoxic or hypoxic brain damage
  • Stroke
  • Irregular arrhythmia
  • Vocal cord injury
  • Injured lungs
  • Laryngospasms or bronchospasms
  • Cervical spine fracture
  • Perforated esophagus
  • Perforated trachea
  • Nerve damage
  • Infection

Intubation Malpractice Attorney


Patients relay on the expertise of hospital staff, nurses, physicians and anesthesiologists to perform medical procedures correctly. When Hospital Error Lawyer or medical malpractice results in injury or death, a Hospital Negligence Lawyer and Intubation Malpractice Attorney can assist in filing personal injury claims against individuals and hospitals responsible.

The Lyon Firm reviews a wide variety of malpractice cases and can offer consultations to injured plaintiffs to see if rightful compensation and settlement is likely. Every medical malpractice case is unique and will require a full investigation.

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  1. Gather a full and informed history from the family addressing their concerns and thoughts on what went wrong; 
  2. Gather the complete medical records including film studies, if any; 
  3. Review of the records and applicable medical literature by attorneys; 
  4. Review of the records by a qualified physician practicing in the relevant areas on standard of care and causation; 
  5. Final consultation with expert to review opinions;
  6. Signing of Affidavit of Merit by the Expert before case filing, for cases where medical malpractice is identified. 
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The Lyon Firm aggressively, professionally, and passionately advocates for injured individuals and families against companies due to a defective product or recalled product to obtain just compensation under the law. 

FAILURE TO DIAGNOSE BOWEL OBSTRUCTION

WRONGFUL DEATH

(Cincinnati, Ohio):  Confidential settlement for a family due to a wrongful death. An emergency room physician failed to recognize the common symptoms associated with bowel obstruction and prescribed a contraindicated medicine of GoLytley.  The patient died at home the day of discharge after taking the medication. The case against the emergency room physician was resolved by settlement following extensive discovery. The settlement was paid to the spouse and surviving adult children for the loss of their mother. While no amount of money could bring back their mother, the case provided answers and held the hospital accountable.

FAILURE TO DIAGNOSE BREAST CANCER

$910,000 Settlement.

(Cincinnati, Ohio):   Joe Lyon was second chair in a case involving the failure of a physician to promptly communicate a positive breast cancer result to a patient. As a result of the delay, the cancer progressed from in situ carcinoma to stage 3B with lymph node involvement. The treatment required mastectomy and radiation/ chemotherapy rather than a simple excision. The case settled after extensive discovery. The defense argued: “the patient should have called the physician.” The settlement provided recovery for suffering through a misdiagnosis and the loss of a spouse and a mother. While the settlement cannot bring this wonderful woman back, it helped her family move forward with life’s challenges and encouraged  future accountability.


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