Hospital-Acquired Infections
Nosocomial infections, more commonly known as hospital-acquired infections, occur when a patient with a weakened immune system contracts an infection while staying at a hospital. This is often due to unsanitary conditions or the use of unsterilized equipment.
These kinds of infections are more frequent than one may think. According to recent studies by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), about 2 million infections occur every year in the United States and contribute to almost 100,000 deaths. If you or someone you love has been a victim of a hospital-acquired infection and would like to pursue legal representation for your claim, contact the Atlanta medical malpractice lawyers of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC at 770-631-1811.
Potential Infections
The following diseases may be acquired in a hospital in unclean conditions:
- Pneumonia (sometimes associated with ventilators)
- Staph infections
- Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
- Tuberculosis
- Gastroenteritis
These conditions can range in severity, from minor discomfort to life-threatening. Because of this, it is vital to make sure that those negligent individuals who did not provide a reasonable standard of care are held responsible for their actions. The best way to make sure justice is served is by hiring an experienced Atlanta hospital negligence attorney to represent your case.
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To learn more about hospital-acquired infections and your rights as a victim, contact the Atlanta personal injury attorneys of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC at 770-631-1811 today.
