Amputations/Loss Limbs
Pursuing Compensation for Victims of Amputation Injuries
Amputations can be either complete (the entire part of the body has been
separated) or partial (there is still partial attachment of the body part).
Amputations can involve fingertips, individual digits (fingers, toes),
partial extremities (arms, legs) or entire extremities. Traumatic amputations
may be isolated injuries or occur with other injuries in a traumatic injury.
Tearing, crushing and lacerating forces can all result in an amputation.
These forces can be a result of
motor vehicle accidents,
heavy equipmentor machinery and
high-speed tools.
Reattachment Surgery May or May Not be an Option
Many factors are taken into account when decisions are made regarding reattachment
of the amputate body part. The mechanism of the amputation force is vital.
Body parts that were amputated in a straight edged laceration method (for
example, amputation of a finger with a circular saw) have the best outcome
and potential for successful reattachment. Crush injuries (for example,
amputation of a body part after crushing in heavy machinery) result in
extensive soft tissue damage with decreased chances for successful implantation.
Stretching or pulling forces in amputations also result in extensive soft
damage that decreases the changes for successful reattachment. Other factors
that determine the ability to reattach an amputation include the length
of time from the injury, amount and type of contaminants present in the
wound, other significant life threatening injuries that may be present
and the person's general physical condition.
Amputation Complications
Complications of amputations are often dependent upon the body part affected.
Accident victims with significant amputation injuries or peoples with
amputations present with other injuries may be at risk for shock due to
bleeding. Contaminates of the amputation can result in infections and
poor healing. Accident victims who do not have a successful reattachment
or the possibility of reattachment do not exist will be faced with lifestyle
changes and psychosocial issues.
Always gets prompt medical attention for yourself or anyone suffering an
amputation. If you, a friend, or loved one wrongfully suffered from a
traumatic amputation, you ask why, and take immediate steps to file an
amputation lawsuit to protect your or their legal interest. Consider the
suggestions in our
accident guide, and call our Newport News amputation attorneys immediately. We are here to help.
Reach Out to Our Newport News Amputation Lawyers Today!
At Larry King Law, our amputation lawyers recognize the unique issues pertaining
accident victims. You can call us 757-209-2265 or contract us with this sites
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of limb settlement.