Heart Attack Misdiagnosis
Misdiagnosis of Stroke, Heart Attack and other Heart Conditions
Thousands of people die from heart attacks every year. Although a heart attack may be fatal with or without treatment, a patient's chances of survival are much greater if he or she seeks medical attention immediately and the heart attack is properly diagnosed. Unfortunately, heart attack misdiagnoses may occur in emergency rooms and hospitals throughout Los Angeles. Victims of a delayed or misdiagnosis of a heart attack, stroke or other heart condition may suffer from serious injuries or may even lose their lives.
The legal team at Pacific Attorney Group is here to help if you or someone you know suffered from a heart attack misdiagnosis in a Los Angeles hospital. Our attorneys have over 35 years of collective experience to apply to your case, and we have the resources to conduct complete investigations and work with medical experts in order to build more effective legal strategies based on hard evidence. For a free consultation, contact a Los Angeles medical malpractice lawyer at our offices today.
Warning Signs of a Heart Attack
There are particular warning signs to be on the lookout for in the case of a heart attack:
- Pain in the chest, sometimes radiating to the arms, neck or back
- Shortness of breath
- Feeling weak
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Loss of consciousness
- Unusual sweating
When a doctor fails to recognize the warning signs that indicate a heart attack is occurring, this may lead to stroke or heart failure. The patient may lose his or her life or may suffer from paralysis or brain damage. In these cases, it is important to seek legal counsel to determine whether you have grounds for a claim or lawsuit against the doctor or hospital responsible for the misdiagnosis.
Talk to a professional about your options. Contact a Los Angeles heart attack misdiagnosis attorney today.