Ann Arbor Sepsis and Infection Lawyer

Compassionate Sepsis and Infection Lawyer in Ann Arbor, MI

Successful completion of a surgical procedure does not always mean you are clear for a smooth recovery. Numerous complications can develop in the days and weeks following the operation. One potentially life-threatening complication is sepsis resulting from untreated (or improperly treated) post-surgical infection.

Sepsis results when the body releases chemicals in the bloodstream in response to a severe infection. Untreated, sepsis can progress to a condition known as septic shock, dangerously low blood pressure, organ failure and death.

Killer Infections In Hospitals

According to a 2010 study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, post-surgical infections kill an estimated 48,000 people in the United States every year. By contrast, only about 15,000 people die from HIV/AIDS.

Hospitals that do not follow proper protocols can be breeding grounds for killer infections. Post-surgical infections can arise at the incision site or elsewhere in the body. Bedsores, urinary catheterization and IV lines all provide footholds for bacteria. People with compromised immune systems are more vulnerable to infections that can progress into sepsis. And with the frightening prevalence of drug-resistant bacterial strains, infections are an appreciable risk when undergoing any surgical procedure.

Infections And Sepsis Resulting From Malpractice

While some infections arise despite the diligence and care of health care professionals, in some cases, the infection or its consequences can be caused by medical malpractice such as:

• Failure to detect and diagnose an infection
• Failure to properly treat an infection
• Unsterile environments, incision sites or surgical instruments
• Perforating the bowel during surgical procedures and other surgical errors
• Hospital negligence can also be a factor.

If you suspect that negligence contributed to post-surgical infection or sepsis, contact the experienced Ann Arbor sepsis and infection lawyers at Goethel Engelhardt, PLLC. We have been strong voices for justice on behalf of patients for more than 30 years. Our attorneys can not only help you find answers, but also secure a fair recovery for the harm you have suffered. We have the experience, resources and proven ability to handle even the most complex medical malpractice cases involving sepsis and infection.

Call our office in Michigan at 734-545-8421, or contact us online to arrange a free consultation. We represent victims of medical malpractice across the country.

Serving Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County, Michigan

Medical negligence can leave patients and their families facing additional treatment, permanent disabilities, lost income, overwhelming expenses, or the loss of a loved one. Whether the harm resulted from a diagnostic failure, surgical mistake, anesthesia complication, birth injury, hospital infection, or another breakdown in care, determining what happened requires a detailed investigation. Goethel Engelhardt, PLLC represents patients and families in Ann Arbor with focused legal guidance and extensive experience handling medical malpractice and serious injury litigation.

The firm investigates claims involving physicians, nurses, surgeons, anesthesiologists, hospitals, emergency departments, and other healthcare providers. Ann Arbor is home to major medical institutions, including University of Michigan Health and Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital, making it an important regional destination for emergency care, surgery, cancer treatment, maternity services, and specialized medicine. Medical malpractice lawsuits arising in the area may proceed through the Washtenaw County Trial Court, located on East Huron Street in downtown Ann Arbor. Goethel Engelhardt, PLLC helps clients evaluate medical records, consult appropriate experts, and determine whether the care provided complied with the applicable professional standard.

The firm serves clients throughout Downtown Ann Arbor, Kerrytown, Burns Park, Lower Burns Park, Water Hill, Old West Side, Northside, and surrounding communities such as Ypsilanti, Saline, Dexter, Chelsea, and Pittsfield Township. Whether a case involves a delayed diagnosis, surgical injury, preventable infection, medication mistake, or negligent obstetrical care, experienced representation can make the difference between unanswered questions and a thoroughly investigated claim seeking accountability for preventable harm.

Helping Patients and Families Throughout Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor is a major healthcare and research center serving patients from across Washtenaw County and southeastern Michigan. Families receiving care near the University of Michigan Medical Campus, C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, downtown Ann Arbor, and the broader Washtenaw Avenue corridor may face complex questions when treatment results in unexpected harm. Goethel Engelhardt, PLLC helps injured patients and their families understand their legal options and pursue claims involving serious medical negligence.

Ann Arbor, MI Sepsis and Infection Law Additional Resources:

• Hospital-Acquired Infections: Infection Control Failures and Liability
• The Impact of Unsafe Injection Practices in U.S. Healthcare Settings
• One-Third of Patients With Hospital-Acquired Infections Are Readmitted Within One Year
• Why Is Failure to Prevent Bedsores a Problem in Nursing Homes?
• Researchers Looking to Develop Vaccine to Stop Deadly Infection