Although it hasn't attracted much national attention, a measure provision that is now awaiting the President's signature could allow, for the first time in decades, active duty military members in Texas and across the nation to sue military doctors for medical...
Delayed diagnoses of breast cancer can lead to litigation
Thankfully, mammograms have enabled doctors in Texas to detect breast cancer early enough to be able to treat it. The end result is that the fatality rate for those diagnosed with breast cancer has declined by 40% thanks to the onset of mammography. Unfortunately,...
Sepsis is a possibility if you suffer from intestinal E. coli
Did you know that E. coli is probably on your skin right now? Many forms of these bacteria are harmless, but others could lead to serious illness. For a while, it seemed as though food recalls happened once a week due to the presence of the type of E. coli that could...
What happens if a TIA is misdiagnosed?
A TIA, or transient ischemic attack, is commonly referred to as a pre-stroke or a mini-stroke. While it is not itself a permanent medical condition, the dizziness and headaches it brings on temporarily are a warning sign that a full blown stroke is imminent. A patient...
Bowel perforation during surgery is a serious mistake
Many people in the Houston area may have to have abdominal surgery at some point in their lives. For example, a C-Section is a type of abdominal surgery that many women in Texas undergo in order to deliver a healthy baby. Even with modern technology and improved...