• Surgical Injury
• Surgical Infection
• Prolonged Surgery
• Incorrect Incision
• Incorrect Operation
• Organ Damage
• Nerve Damage
• Wrong Patient Surgery
• Wrong Site Surgery
• Cosmetic Surgery Error
• Plastic Surgery Error
• Contaminated Instruments

Incorrect Incision

An incorrect incision refers to a mistake made by a doctor during an invasive or partially-invasive procedure. While not always life threatening, an incorrect incision can become a serious infection and lead to scarring or disfigurement, nerve damage, and more. Unfortunately, incorrect incisions are among the most frequent surgical errors made by negligent physicians.

The Cause of Incorrect Incisions

By definition, there is only one cause for an incorrect incision and that is human error. Incorrect incisions normally result from doctor inexperience, recklessness, miscommunication, or sheer negligence. Inadequate preparation, fatigue, and haste during the procedure are all factors that may contribute to physician error and ultimately an incorrect incision.

Procedures where Incorrect Incisions Often Occur

Any invasive surgery carries with it the likelihood for an incorrect incision if the doctor is careless. Some of the procedures that regularly result in an incorrect incision are:

• Gastric bypass surgery
• Cosmetic surgical procedures
• Procedures linked to abdominal or reproductive organs

Results of an Incorrect Incision

Depending on the amount of damage, the effects of an incorrect incision can be long lasting and sometimes devastating. Consequences of an incorrect incision may involve:

• Excessive scarring or disfigurement
• Organ damage
• Nerve damage (such as numbness, immobility, or deformity)

An incorrect incision can sometimes cause serious complications, requiring additional procedures to correct the initial damage. Even more, an incorrect incision frequently causes undue emotional and financial hardship.

If you or a loved one has suffered severe injury or harm as the result of an incorrect incision, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses and suffering. Please contact us today to speak with a qualified Orlando medical malpractice attorney who can clarify your legal rights and options.