$175,000 Settlement for Improper Wound Treatment Leading to Gangrene, Revision Surgery

Mr. Doe, a diabetic who suffered from peripheral vascular disease, underwent a partial leg amputation. While undergoing inpatient rehabilitation, Mr. Doe developed symptoms of a gastrointestinal bleed and was readmitted to the hospital.

During Mr. Doe’s 5-day stay, his attending medical providers did not assess his surgical stump and nurses did not change his dressing.

Mr. Doe developed an infection of the incision site, resulting in gangrene. Consequently, Mr. Doe required a revision of the surgical stump. He sued the hospital alleging improper wound treatment.

Before trial, the parties settled for $175,000.
The attorney handling this case for Mr. Doe was Carlton F. Bennett.

Doe v. Roe Hospital, Confidential Docket.

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