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Failure to diagnose a pulmonary embolism (PE) or deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a common form of medical malpractice that can be life-threatening. If you are searching for a pulmonary embolism malpractice attorney in Michigan, it may be because a serious medical condition was not properly prevented, recognized or treated. At Giroux Pappas, we handle complex medical malpractice cases involving delayed or failure to diagnose and treatment of blood clots, including pulmonary embolisms.
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Our client, the Plaintiff reached a confidential settlement in a medical malpractice matter brought as a result of the death of a 39 year old man, who died as a result of pulmonary embolus emanating from a DVT in his injured leg. Plaintiff alleged the doctor failed to initiate DVT prophylaxis for the decedent who had suffered traumatic injury to his knee. The decedent was at a higher risk for DVT given his risk factors. The surgeon also failed to order an ultrasound when the patient returned to the office complaining of pain. The Case settled for $1.9 Million.
A pulmonary embolism malpractice claim arises when a patient is harmed because a provider failed to timely recognize the potential for a DVT or pulmonary embolism, diagnose, or treat a blood clot in the leg or worse in the lung. A pulmonary embolism malpractice attorney in Michigan can evaluate whether the standard of care was followed and whether any delay or error caused injury.
Recovery depends on the circumstances. Damages may include additional medical care, lost income, and long-term treatment needs, as well as non-economic losses such as pain, suffering, and changes in quality of life.
Our pulmonary embolism malpractice lawyers in Michigan begin by reviewing the timeline of care, including symptoms, testing, and treatment decisions. If appropriate, we obtain medical records and consult with experts to determine whether the standard of care may have been breached.
Any available medical documentation is helpful, including hospital records, imaging results, discharge instructions, and follow-up care notes. If you do not have these records, we can obtain them on your behalf.
These cases require showing what a reasonably careful provider would have done under similar circumstances and how the care provided differed. This is established through medical records and expert review, along with evidence that the delay or error caused harm.
In most cases, a medical malpractice claim must be filed within two years. There are limited exceptions depending on when the issue was discovered, but those exceptions are narrowly applied. Early review is important to preserve your rights.
If you’re considering your options, the first step is a conversation. We will review your situation, answer your questions, and help you understand whether you have a case.