Learn About Misdiagnosis of Cancer
In our country the most common type of medical malpractice is misdiagnosis of cancer and it is the most life-changing. Cancer is one of those illnesses that require early diagnosis and aggressive treatment for the best outcome, and a misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose can have deadly consequences.
At our law firm, were committed to helping those who have suffered the consequences of a misdiagnosis of cancer. Get in touch with us for a claim evaluation at no cost.
The Most Frequently Misdiagnosed Cancers
Of the more than 150 types of known cancers, the following are among the most frequently misdiagnosed:
- Breast cancer
- Colon cancer
- Lung cancer
- Cervical cancer
- Prostate cancer
- Testicular cancer
- Renal cancer
- Ovarian cancer
A misdiagnosis of cancer in any of these instances may result in delayed treatment, the wrong type of treatment, or no treatment at all.
How Misdiagnosis of Cancer Occurs
- The doctor fails to recognize signs and symptoms of cancer and instead diagnoses a different illness or nothing at all. In these cases, the missed cancer could advance into less treatable stages.
- The wrong type of cancer is diagnosed by the physician for example, when the patient is diagnosed with breast cancer when it is actually lung cancer. The patient can go through therapy that is not necessary all the while the true source of cancer proceeds to spread.
- The doctor gives a cancer diagnosis when no cancer is present. For example, if a patient goes through treatments or chemotherapy for breast cancer that they do not even have can be very painful.
Other issues that may factor into a misdiagnosis of cancer include misinterpreted X-rays, biopsies and/or imaging scans as well as a failure to order tests altogether.
Is the Doctor Responsible?
A doctor, lab technicians, radiologists, even healthcare facilities may be held responsible for a misdiagnosis of cancer. Whenever a person feels they were a victim of medical negligence, it is in their best interest to talk to a medical malpractice attorney about the possible liability.
Financial, emotional and physical losses may be awarded to victims of medical malpractice as compensation. This is also accurate for families of patients who died because of cancer misdiagnosis. If the result turns fatal, family members may be able to recover compensation for funeral expenses and loss of a loved one, among others.
Contact our Law Firm for a Free Case Evaluation
The medical malpractice attorneys at our law office have secured fair and significant settlements on behalf of clients across the country. Speak with one of our attorneys now about a possible claim of cancer misdiagnosis. One of our experienced lawyers will evaluate your claim, answer your legal questions and inform you of your rights.
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