A woman who goes into the hospital because she’s in labor likely expects to have an uneventful labor and delivery. They count on the medical team to provide them with care that helps to protect the woman and the baby. One way this is done is through fetal monitoring. ...
Most medical professionals are highly trained people who try to do their best for their patients. They will make mistakes, though, just as anyone in any profession will. Hospitals should therefore ensure systems are in place to prevent errors affecting patients. The...
Surgical procedures are often medically necessary. They are also among the most invasive and dangerous types of healthcare that people may require. Many things can go wrong during surgery. Patients might have a poor reaction to anesthesia in some cases. Other times,...
Treatment options for those with major medical concerns have expanded dramatically in the last few decades. Surgeons are now capable of performing far more intricate and involved procedures due to better knowledge of the human body and better equipment. Robotic...
Healthcare providers should closely monitor expectant mothers in the delivery room to prevent potential risks. For instance, they should closely monitor fetal heart rate (FHR) during labor. The frequency of tests can depend on the risk of the pregnancy – for instance,...
Surgeons unintentionally leave foreign items within patients during surgical procedures on occasion. Often, it’s not discovered until the patient experiences discomfort or becomes ill. Although medical errors happen occasionally, the repercussions of discovering that...
Surgical procedures require both skilled medical expertise on the part of the surgeon and absolute trust on the part of a patient. Most surgeries involve anesthesia, meaning that the patient cannot monitor the operation while it is in progress. Therefore, the input of...
Outpatient surgery centers, often known as ambulatory surgery centers, have become a popular alternative to hospitals for various surgical procedures. These centers are designed for surgeries that don't require an overnight hospital stay. Choosing an ASC over a...
It doesn’t much matter if the actual surgical procedure on a patient goes well when the aftercare is insufficient or outright terrible. Unfortunately, staffing shortages are affecting almost every aspect of health care these days, and that includes the rehab...
As many people age in California and around the nation, they begin having difficulties with the veins in their bodies, especially in their legs. However, some doctors may overprescribe invasive procedures that can cause severe complications, such as amputation and...
