Failure to Diagnose Breast Cancer

Faiure to Diagnose Breast cancer FaCts: SrVivai Rates BY Stase Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among women Stage 0 = 100% Stage I = 100% Breast cancer- kills 41,000 women each year Stage II = 86% Stage III = 57% Breast cancer diagnosis errors are one of the most common Stage IV = 20% types of medical malpractice COMTON Diagnosis ETrors If the disease is detected in its early stages the chance of survival is increased but a Failure to Test Breast Pain or other Symptoms Failure to Perform a Breast Exam/Mammogram misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, or failed diagnosis can mean the difference between life and death Misdiagnosing a Cancerous Lump as another Disease Failure to Accurately Interpret Biopsy Results Failure to Identify an Existing Lump Failure to Order Biopsy of a Lump Communication Errors Damases you can ReCover Lab Errors Medical Bills I could have been a SURVIVER Lost Income Pain and Suffering Permanent Scarring and Disfigurement Loss of Consortium (if married) Call d'Oliveira & Associates Wrongful Death (if applicable) at 1-800-992-6878 for a Free Consultation