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A Georgia woman alleges that a pathology specimen mix-up led to an erroneous cancer diagnosis and an unnecessary hysterectomy. The lawsuit highlights the potential consequences of laboratory identification failures and diagnostic verification breakdowns.

A malpractice lawsuit alleges a prosthetic heart valve was implanted upside down during pediatric cardiac surgery, resulting in prolonged postoperative shock and ECMO support before revision surgery at a second institution. The allegations remain unproven and litigation is ongoing.

A state Supreme Court reinstated a malpractice lawsuit involving delayed multiple sclerosis diagnosis after determining that unresolved questions remained regarding whether failure to communicate abnormal MRI findings may have deprived a patient of earlier treatment and a potentially better clinical position.

A legal nurse consultant outlines what nurses can expect during a deposition and how attorneys use deposition testimony. The guidance emphasizes preparation, accuracy, and legal counsel during pretrial proceedings.

A federal court allowed a lawsuit against a hospital to proceed after a patient’s placenta was destroyed despite a signed release form. The ruling focused on contractual obligations and patient-directed handling of biological specimens.

A fatal medication error that led to criminal prosecution continues to influence discussions around patient safety, technology design, and accountability in nursing practice.