Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in South Carolina

Wrong sutures used in laparoscopy hysterectomy .

I had a laparoscopy hysterectomy done the first of this year due to problems with fibroid. After the surgery, I started having problems with my legs and feet. The doctor didn't think it had anything to do with the surgery. As time went on I had spotting and abdominal pain along with pain in my hips, legs and feet. I went back to the doctor telling them this. They did an abdominal ct scan and didn't find anything.The doctor put me on some medication and said I needed to see a neurologist but at the time I had no insurance and no neurologist would see me without it. So he sent me to see an orthopedic surgeon who said he didn't see why I was there. I kept calling the doctor telling him I still have the same problem. He would call in prescription for me and nothing else was done.For 6 months now I have been in chronic pain with my abdomen,hips,legs and feet. I have had spotting and a discharge that has become constant with a very bad odor. I went back to the doctor where they have found that the wrong sutures were used and I have an infection that is causing the discharge and pain. They want to do surgery again with a different doctor in the same practice to try to get them out. Should I talk to an attorney ?


Asked on 12/05/07, 1:50 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Ray Lord Lord Law Firm, LLC

Re: Wrong sutures used in laparoscopy hysterectomy .

You may have a case, but there are too many variables to be able to say for sure right now. Get all of your medical records together and consult with a med. mal. attorney asap to protect your rights. For a free consultation, you can contact my office at [email protected] Good luck.

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Answered on 12/05/07, 8:04 am
Richard Culler Culler Law Firm, P.A.

Re: Wrong sutures used in laparoscopy hysterectomy .

i agree that you should consult with a lawyer ASAP...there is always the possibility that your present condition is a recognized complication, and therefore, not compensable...but its worth having someone evaluate...i can refer you to someone in the upstate, but down south, i would have my upstate friends give you a name...or, i have a very good friend here locally who is outstanding and handles cases thru-out the south...up to you

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Answered on 12/05/07, 8:33 am


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