MRSA Infection and Medical Malpractice Claims
If you believe that your MRSA infection was caused by medical malpractice, read on to learn more.
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria are resistant to all beta-lactam antibiotics, and the infection can often be fatal. Also known as the “Super Bug,” MRSA is extremely difficult to treat and is commonly contracted during hospital stays. If you believe that your MRSA infection was caused by medical malpractice , read on to learn more.
MRSA
Hospital patients contract MRSA when the infection spreads through contact with infected wounds or shared items. Patients who have recently been admitted to a hospital or medical facility are at a higher risk of contracting MRSA. It is the responsibility of the medical facility to prevent cross-contamination between patients, as well as properly disinfect tools and materials.
Medical Malpractice
Situations that may be caused by the negligence of a medical professional or medical facility include:
Improper Disinfection
Medical facilities are responsible for properly sterilizing and disinfecting tools, patient areas, and more to prevent the spread of staph infections and MRSA. When a medical professional fails to follow facility protocol, he or she may be liable for the infections that patients may contract.
Surgical Errors
Due to the nature of surgery, surgeons and other staff must follow correct procedures and uphold the standard of care. If surgical errors occur, the surgeon or on-site staff could be found negligent.
Misdiagnosis
Medical negligence may occur if the patient’s MRSA infection was misdiagnosed or the patient experienced delayed treatment. Misdiagnosis or delayed treatment may cause the infection to worsen as a result.
Symptoms
In most cases, MRSA appears as a noticeable skin infection. If treatment does not occur in a timely manner, the infection can spread to the bones, joints, heart valves, and lungs. MRSA contracted in a hospital or medical facility is highly threatening, because most patients are already experiencing compromised health.
Contact The Law Offices of Cardaro & Peek, LLC Today
If you have contracted MRSA in a hospital setting, call the lawyers at Cardaro and Peek to discuss your case. You may be able to file a medical malpractice claim.
The lawyers at Cardaro & Peek, LLC have the experience and resources necessary to investigate and litigate all types of medical claims throughout Maryland and Washington D.C. Cardaro & Peek, LLC has medical personnel on staff and has access to nationally recognized, board-certified physicians and other experts, to assist in the investigation, analysis, and prosecution of all types of medical malpractice claims. If you or a loved one have experienced malpractice, give us a call at 410-752-6166. Please visit our website www.cardarolaw.com and follow us on Facebook , Twitter , and LinkedIn for more information.
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