Guidance from Houston Medical Malpractice Attorneys
Cancer misdiagnosis is one of the most devastating incidents of medical malpractice that a patient can endure. When cancer is incorrectly diagnosed or a doctor fails to diagnose a condition in a timely manner, it can result in life-threatening repercussions. Early intervention is necessary to help reduce the risk of the cancer spreading.
Some of the most commonly misdiagnosed cancers include:
- Inflammatory Breast Cancer
- Colorectal Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Melanoma
Since these cancers are extremely common (one in eight women develop breast cancer), it can be easy for medical professionals to “overlook” key symptoms or misread test results. A delayed or incorrect diagnoses can allow the cancer to spread, making it very serious.
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Causes of Cancer Misdiagnosis
When a doctor is negligent, patients often suffer serious consequences. In the case of cancer misdiagnosis, these consequences may be fatal.
Cancer may be misdiagnosed due to the following medical issues:
- Faulty cancer screening / diagnostic tests
- Failure to correctly or thoroughly read test results
- Lack of investigation into family and medical history
- Failure to refer a patient to a more qualified specialist
- Incorrectly handled tests or test results
Whether you have been incorrectly diagnosed with cancer or your cancer diagnosis was delayed to a medical professional’s negligence, Hampton & King has the expertise to help. Our staff includes a full-time MD and a Ph.D. nurse who equip our firm with the knowledge we need to win complex, difficult cases. When you call, they will evaluate your case to understand exactly what went wrong and whether a medical professional is to blame. With more than 70 years of collective experience, our medical malpractice lawyers have handled a broad range of cases and know how to identify root causes in these claims. We care about your future and securing justice on your behalf.
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