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Delayed Appendicitis Diagnosis

Appendicitis is a disease caused by inflammation of the appendix, a minor organ attached to the intestines. It is not a rare illness, being the most common cause of severe abdominal pain in the world, but it can turn fatal if it is not treated quickly. Untreated appendicitis can result in a ruptured appendix, causing shock and massive infections.

Since the potential consequences of a delayed appendicitis diagnosis are so severe, doctors are expected to begin treatment quickly. Doctors who fail to take the appropriate actions may be guilty of medical malpractice.

If you or someone you love has been harmed by a delayed appendicitis diagnosis, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills and suffering. To learn more, discuss your case with the compassionate New Jersey delayed appendicitis diagnosis lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A. by calling 800-346-5529 today.

Consequences of a Delayed Appendicitis Diagnosis

Inflamed appendices can be removed surgically in a procedure known as an appendectomy. If appendicitis is left untreated, however, the appendix may rupture and begin decaying inside the body, leading to a number of life-threatening complications.

If the appendix has not yet ruptured, the risk of complications from an appendectomy is relatively low. After the appendix has ruptured, the patient stands a far greater chance of suffering complications. The most common post-surgical complications of an appendectomy include:

  • Pneumonia
  • Hernia of the incision (tissue pushes through the surgical opening)
  • Unusual blood clotting
  • Internal scarring
  • Internal bleeding

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You should not have to suffer and struggle with unnecessary medical bills because of a doctor’s negligence. To learn more about what steps you can take to seek justice, discuss your case with the experienced New Jersey delayed appendicitis diagnosis lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A. today at 800-346-5529.