A radiologist’s job is to review imaging from X-rays, ultrasounds, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), and other sources in order to diagnose and treat various illnesses. As patients, we rely on radiologists to perform their jobs correctly. Any error in the interpretation of a radiograph could lead to a failure to diagnose or a misdiagnosis, both of which could have serious consequences for a patient. The Florida Law Group represents clients who have suffered as a result of radiology errors.
Radiology Errors are a Leading Cause of Medical Malpractice Claims
Radiology is one of the medical specialties that is most liable to claims of medical negligence, according to the National Institute of Health. If a radiologist makes an error, it can cause a delay in the patient receiving the timely treatment that he or she needs.
Radiology errors can result from the following:
- Perception errors
- Interpretation errors
- Failure to suggest the next appropriate procedure
- Failure to communicate in a timely and clinically appropriate manner
According to a study published in the American Journal of Roentgenology, out of 380 communication errors occurring in the radiology department of an academic medical center over the course of a decade, almost 38 percent had a direct impact on patient care, and nearly 53 percent were classified as potentially impactful. This study reveals how common radiology errors are and how much potential they have to harm a patient.
According to the World Journal of Radiology, two of the most common radiology errors include failure to identify a bone fracture and failing to detect cancer – two conditions that should receive prompt treatment. When the patient does not receive the treatment they need in a timely manner, their prognosis could significantly worsen, potentially leading to permanent disability or a patient’s preventable death.
Seeking Compensation for a Medical Error
If you have suffered bodily harm as a result of a radiology error, you should know that you have the right to seek compensation for your losses. We encourage you to discuss your potential medical malpractice claim with a Tampa medical malpractice lawyer at The Florida Law Group. The sooner you , the sooner we can begin investigating your case.
Our firm has provided exceptional legal services in Tampa since 1982. In fact, we have been named to the top one percent of all personal injury and medical malpractice firms by The Trial Lawyer Board of Regents. As members of the prestigious Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum®, you can trust that we know what it takes to achieve maximum compensation for our clients. Because there is a statute of limitations when it comes to medical malpractice claims in Florida, do not delay in calling our office.
Tell us about your case today: (833) 899-0310.