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The Importance of Diagnosing Cardiac Arrhythmia

A person may develop an irregular heartbeat, termed arrhythmia, as a result of several different health problems or genetic factors. The effect that the resulting condition has on a person will vary depending on the type of irregularity. In some cases, arrhythmia can be treated, making diagnosis an important first step. However, a physician may fail to make a proper diagnosis and a patient’s health may consequently be endangered.

If you have suffered severely adverse health effects due to a physician’s failure to diagnose your cardiac arrhythmia, we can help you to pursue the financial compensation that you are due. Contact the New Jersey medical malpractice lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., at 800-346-5529 to speak with an attorney who is passionately committed to helping you to hold a negligent medical professional accountable for the harm you have suffered.

The Danger of Arrhythmias

In many cases, an arrhythmia is not a life-threatening condition. However, there are some forms of cardiac arrhythmias that can lead to very serious health problems. These arrhythmias may compromise the heart’s ability to pump fresh blood through the body properly. As a result, the heart may shut down, triggering cardiac arrest. The following problems can be caused by a cardiac arrhythmia:

  • Stroke
  • Heart attack
  • Embolisms
  • Pacemaker failure
  • Wire failures in pacemakers

These arrhythmias need to be diagnosed quickly and accurately to prevent a serious complication from developing.

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A physician who fails to identify and treat an arrhythmia in a timely and suitable manner may be endangering the patient’s life. If you been the victim of this negligence, contact the New Jersey medical malpractice attorneys of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., today by calling 800-346-5529.