Portland Spinal Abscess Lawyer

Spinal Cord Injury Caused by Failure to Diagnose & Treat

Delay in treating a spinal epidural abscess (SEA) can lead to permanent disability or death, which is why a prompt and accurate diagnosis is so important. Although difficult to diagnose, SEA is detectable and treatable. Unfortunately, many patients have to make multiple hospital or ER visits before the abscess is detected. By the second, third, or subsequent visit, it may be too late to reverse the damage. This type of scenario may warrant a Portland medical malpractice lawsuit. If this has happened to you or a loved one, we invite you to contact Paulson Coletti Trial Attorneys PC for a free evaluation of your case.

The Facts About Spinal Epidural Abscess (SEA)

What exactly is a spinal abscess? SEA forms near the spinal column, specifically, in a space within the spine known as “epidural space.” Abscesses are pus-filled capsules that typically arise out of bacterial infections.

SEA is incredibly difficult to diagnose because there is no uniform set of symptoms. The one common thread would be back pain, but back pain can be indicative of a number of different conditions other than SEA. According to research, three out of every four patients with spinal abscess is not diagnosed promptly due to confusion regarding the symptoms.

Contacting an Experienced Spinal Abscess Attorney

Blaming failure to diagnose spinal epidural abscess on medical negligence can be difficult. Like any medical malpractice case, SEA cases are extremely complex and should be evaluated by an experienced medical malpractice attorney. Paulson Coletti Trial Attorneys PC is one of the most experienced malpractice firms in the region, with recognition in “Best Law Firms” and a “Lawyer of the Year” vote both in the practice area of medical malpractice – plaintiffs. Paulson Coletti Trial Attorneys PC will evaluate the merits of your case for free, so contact us today to learn more.