Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in New York
C-section gone really wrong?
I was 36 wks pregnant when I went to the hospital because my water broke by morning I wasn't in labor and Dr said that because I had a previous C-section they don't like to induce labor and suggested a C-section. That is when my nightmare began, instead of feeling only pressure I felt lots of pain aparently the epideral didn't work as planed, but before they began they pinched me and ask if I felt it and I said yes, don't know why they continued, during the screaming one of the Residents fainted which was very scary. A few days later I complained about a horrible pain and they it was gas and it would go away in a few days, a few days later it was worst, they did and X-ray and still said that it was just gas, they gave about 4 enemas within a day, sent me home the next day. A few hours later I was rushed to the ER because the pain came back. They did another X-ray and still said that it was gas, the Dr gave one more enema that did not work. Sometime during the morning, this was 5 days after C-section the Dr involved a Surgeon that immediately schedule an emergency operation. The Dr that did the C-section perforated my colon. I ended up with a Colostomy and have to go back for a 3rd surgery.
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: C-section gone really wrong?
I'm sorry to hear about what happend to you. You may have a case. In New York, a doctor must certify that there is a valid case of malpractice before the attorney can commence the lawsuit. Therefore, my office would obtain and review your medical records and then have an ob/gyn review them to give an expert opinion. The real issue is whether perforating the colon is an expected and acceptable risk of a c-section. We handle these cases on a contigency basis and would be pleased to discuss your case with you if you would like. I can be reached at 212-622-7180. Good luck.
Re: C-section gone really wrong?
It does sound like you might have a case; and you should immediately obtain counsel to assist you in obtaining "proper" treatment and possibly compensation for your injuries.
Please call me at your earliest convenience, in order to schedule an appointment.
Good luck,
Phroska L. McAlister,ESQ
Re: C-section gone really wrong?
While it is difficult to evalulate any case from the bare minimums that are posted in this forum, it is possible that you may have a case in medical malpractice against the doctor and/or hospital where the C-Section occured. Whether there is a case can only be decided after a doctor has reviewed your records. My office would be happy to discuss with you. Please call or contact us via e-mail at your earliest convenience.
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