| Failure to Diagnose Appendicitis |
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| Failure to Diagnose AppendicitisMore... |
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| Malpractice in Forceps Deliveries |
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| In recent years, the number of deliveries involving the use of forceps has decreased. Today, many of the deliveries that would have been performed utilizing forceps are completed by cesarean sections because there is a documented high risk of fetal morbidity and mortality with forceps deliveries. However, the choice usually depends upon the training, experience, and preference of the physician.More... |
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| Radiology Outsourcing |
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| There is a serious shortage of radiologists in the United States. One trade journal recently reported there is an average of four vacancies per radiology department at American academic centers over the past two years. In response to the nationwide shortage and to the demand for more sophisticated scans to diagnose illnesses, physicians at many small American hospitals are relying on companies that outsource diagnosis tasks to offshore radiologists. More... |
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| Gynecology Malpractice in Prescribing Oral Contraceptives |
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| Oral contraceptives, or birth control pills, operate by altering the hormonal structure of the body. For this reason, they have more side effects than other forms of contraception. Therefore, the decision to use birth control pills should only be made after the physician takes a careful history, does a thorough examination, and discusses all possible risks with the patient. Due to the nature of oral contraceptives and the possibly of adverse effects, informed consent is crucial.More... |
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| Discovery Techniques in Medical Malpractice Cases |
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| Discovery Techniques in Medical Malpractice CasesMore... |
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