Too many patients are misdiagnosed in US hospitals. According to a 2014 report, 12 million Americans are misdiagnosed every year – that’s one out of 20 patients. One of the worst things about a misdiagnosis is that it sets you up for a longer treatment cycle therefore you spend more on medication and treatments,...
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Month: April 2017
Errors in Root Canal Treatments
What are the most common mistakes made during root canal treatments?
A root canal, also referred to as endodontic treatment, is performed to repair a tooth that has become badly decayed, inflamed, or infected. During the procedure, the nerve and pulp within the affected tooth is removed and replaced with a filler. Root canals can...
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Patient Sues Podiatrist for Malpractice After Foot Surgery Gone Wrong
What are some common foot surgery errors that lead to malpractice cases?
A foot surgery patient in Cook County, Illinois has filed a malpractice action against his podiatrist, claiming the physician chose the wrong course of treatment and left the patient with ongoing pain and mobility problems. The patient is seeking more than $50,000...
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