Rad Onc Medical Malpractice Case

Fascinating but unfortunate case: Carotid Blowout Syndrome [Oncology] Patient in late 40s diagnosed with SCC. Surgical resection incomplete due to bleeding complications (not communicated well). Pt receives 60Gy over 30 treatment days. Patient ultimately dies of carotid blowout syndrome. Sues the hospital, asks for >30 million to settle the case. Patient was highly-paid insurance executive. Exact settlement is confidential but likely was in the low 8 figure range.
Source: Student Doctor Network - Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Tags: Radiation Oncology Source Type: forums