If a polyp was left in my colon during a routine colonoscopy and this resulted I my getting Stage 3 colon cancer, do I have a case?
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If a polyp was left in my colon during a routine colonoscopy and this resulted I my getting Stage 3 colon cancer, do I have a case?
Asked on January 10, 2013 under Malpractice Law, Nevada
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
You may have a case if--
1) An ordinarily skilled and careful doctor would normally have been expected to find that polyp.
2) You can establish that the missed polyp led to the cancer.
If, however, it would not be unreasonable for a doctor to have missed that polyp (doctors are not required to be perfect), such as because of how small it was or where exactly it was located, or if you can't establish the causal link between polyp and cancer, you would not have a case. If you believe you may have a case, you should consult with a medical malpractice attorney in greater detail.
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