According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCP), Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) are the cause of 282,000 hospitalizations each year. A TBI occurs when the skull is penetrated from a blow to the head. Currently, one of the leading causes of TBIs are motor vehicle accidents. On average, a TBI results in a two-week hospitalization, depending on the severity of the injuries. In some instances, these injuries are a result of someone else’s negligence.… Read the rest
Month: June 2018
A Clinician’s Misdiagnosis of Liver Disease May Be Fatal to a Patient
According to the Mayo Clinic, the liver is an organ in the body that assists in the digestion of food in order to rid the body of toxins. Unfortunately, some individuals may develop a liver disease during the course of their lifetime. Liver disease may develop as a result of a number of factors, which include obesity, excessive alcohol consumption, or even genetics. If left untreated or undiagnosed, liver disease can result in serious consequences including death.… Read the rest
