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Sepsis is an illness that occurs when an infection goes untreated in the body. Because the body detects the infection, it releases chemicals into the bloodstream that can cause an inflammatory response. If not properly monitored, this inflammation can cause severe damage such as organ failure and potentially death. A Portland septic shock attorney is prepared to take on your case, if you’ve been harmed due to medical negligence.
Infections acquired in hospitals are particularly susceptible to sepsis. It is the responsibility of the doctors and physicians to monitor infections and prevent them from getting worse. However, all too often, individuals suffer adverse effects from preventable septic symptoms. If you or your loved has suffered the consequences of negligence, contact our Portland medical malpractice attorneys today.
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According to information available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), we can see that approximately 1.7 million adults develop sepsis across the United States each year. Unfortunately, at least 350,000 adults who develop sepsis pass away during their hospitalization or are discharged to a Hospice facility. Information also shows that approximately one out of every three individuals who lose their lives in the hospital had sepsis during the hospitalization.
Sepsis is scary because anyone can get an infection, and an infection can lead to sepsis. Sepsis is actually the body’s response to a serious infection. This is considered a medical emergency. An initial infection can trigger a chain reaction of events throughout the body that often starts in the lungs, urinary tract, gastrointestinal tract, or the skin.
Without proper treatment, individuals with sepsis can rapidly deteriorate as a result of tissue damage and organ failure, and this ultimately will lead to death if not treated promptly.
Sepsis is not contagious, though an infection that causes sepsis could be contagious. Because sepsis is caused by infections, the causes of sepsis are all the same causes as any infection in individual may contract. Bacterial infections are the most common cause of sepsis, but sepsis can also be caused by viral infections or fungal infections.
Those most at risk of developing sepsis as a result of an infection include adults 65 and older, those with weakened immune systems, those with various types of chronic medical conditions (diabetes, lung disease, cancer), those with severe illnesses or those already in the hospital, and children younger than one.
Sepsis generally has three stages, each progressively more dangerous than the previous. It is imperative that healthcare providers catch septic signs quickly to prevent further complications and damage. The three stages of the syndrome are sepsis, severe sepsis, and septic shock.
The symptoms of all three stages include:
Septic shock is the most dangerous level because this is when organs start failing. This can lead to severe internal damage and death.
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Sepsis is a dangerous condition and doctors should be vigilant in checking for it. However, all too often, patients suffer because of negligence and medical malpractice.
Common errors include:
These errors can have severe consequences. If left untreated, sepsis can lead to organ failure, amputation, or even death.
Individuals who contract sepsis may be able to recover compensation if the infection or sepsis was caused by the careless or negligent actions of medical providers. Medical malpractice claims are notoriously challenging to move forward with, and we strongly encourage you to reach out to a skilled Portland septic shock attorney as soon as possible.
When you work with a lawyer who has experience handling sepsis malpractice claims, you will have an advocate who can work with trusted medical experts to examine the facts of the case. An attorney will gather all of the evidence needed to prove liability, including medical records and statements from medical professionals.
Some of the main types of compensation available for a successful septic shock malpractice claim include coverage of:
At Paulson Coletti Trial Attorneys PC we believe that everyone should be held responsible for their actions. If you or a loved one have suffered from sepsis or septic shock due to negligence, our Portland sepsis lawyers can help. We can review your case and inform you of your legal rights. With a contingency fee policy, you don’t pay unless we win. What do you have to lose?
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