A perforation to the small intestine can sometimes occur during surgery. This is a very serious and dangerous injury if left unattended. I have experience handling medical malpractice issues in Maryland involving exactly this type of injury. In the course of removal of an ovary the OB/GYN accidentally nicked or cut the small intestine. It is generally agreed by certified OB/GYN's and board-certified general surgeons that nicking an internal organ is not in and of itself a deviation from the standard of care. However many will agree that the failure to initiate an examination of the internal organs prior to completing the surgery is a deviation from the standard of care. Specifically as it relates to a perforation of the small intestine a doctor should examine the small intestine prior to completing his surgery. This examination is done by first mobilizing the small intestine so that it can be visually accessed for inspection and secondly running the bowel. There is no guarantee that every nick will be discovered. But it is certain if this inspection procedure is not followed the nick will never be discovered.
If you a family member or friend have a question about a medical procedure and you believe you may be the victim of medical malpractice please feel free to call me. I am happy to answer your questions for you right over the phone at no cost to you. 1-888-760-7339
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