Bacteremia and Wrongful Death
Healthy blood is critically important for the human body because it delivers oxygen and nutrients to the various parts, organs, and systems throughout. If your blood becomes infected with bacteria, you could suffer serious and life-threatening consequences. You can develop bacteremia a number of ways, including infections or medical procedures.
If you have lost a loved one because he or she developed bacteremia due to medical malpractice, you may be eligible to receive financial compensation to address a variety of concerns. Contact the Pennsylvania wrongful death lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 610-667-7511 to schedule a free consultation with a compassionate and dedicated attorney.
Causes of Bacteremia
Blood has to be sterile in order to keep humans healthy and alive and when it gets infected, it can cause severe problems. You can develop bacteremia in a number of ways in a medical environment, including the following:
- Doctors using contaminated needles
- Given an unsanitary catheter
- A surgery performed in unsanitary or unsterilized conditions
When someone suffers from bacteremia, he or she is at a great risk of septic shock which could eventually lead to death. Losing a loved one because of someone else’s negligent actions is almost certain to be one of the most difficult things one will ever experience. You do not have to go through this time alone.
Contact Us
To schedule a free consultation with one of our qualified legal representatives, contact the Pennsylvania wrongful death lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., by calling 610-667-7511. As you try to make sense of this shocking loss, it can be challenging to anticipate the variety of ways in which it will affect your life. We can help you to understand and prepare for a new, unexpected future.