CLEARWATER, FL., January 20, 2016– The Dolman Law Group is investigating lawsuits against 3M for patients harmed by the Bair Hugger device; a forced-air patient warming blanket used in operating rooms nationwide. The device pushes warm air through a hose into a blanket and is used to keep a patient warm while under anesthesia during surgery. Unfortunately, the heat generated by the device can redirect air circulation within the operating room thereby causing bacteria and other contaminants to become airborne which, in turn, increases the risk of developing MRSA, sepsis and other serious deep joint infections, some of which are life-threatening.
In a 2012 article, the Bone and Joint Journal linked the Bair Hugger warming system to an increased risk of implant infections. Complications from the 3M Bair Hugger Device can include:
• Additional surgeries
• Longer hospitalizations
• Joint implant removal
• Intravenous antibiotic treatment
• In the most serious cases, amputation
If you or a loved one suffered from a serious infection after surgery involving a Bair Hugger device, you may be entitled to seek financial compensation for all of your injury related damages:
• Medical bills including those for additional hospitalization and surgeries
• Loss of past and future wages
• Permanent disability
• Emotional distress
• Pain and suffering
The Dolman Law Group is a law firm of Florida bair hugger attorneys with locations in Clearwater, St. Petersburg, New Port Richey and Bradenton to serve the entire state of Florida. If you or a loved one underwent joint replacement surgery and developed a serious infection, please call today for a free consultation at 727-451-6900.
Contact:
Matthew A. Dolman, Esq.
The Dolman Law Group
800 N Belcher Rd
Clearwater, FL 33765
Phone: (727) 451-6900
Fax: (727) 451-6907