I had spinal decompression, laminectomy and 3 level lumbar fusion, performed by 2 neurosurgeons at the largest hospital in my state. Four days after discharge to my home 75 miles away, I started to have a fever and pussy discharge from main incision. I was admitted to local hospital which did appropriate cultures, finding that I had M.R.S.A, a potentially deadly infection.
- Hospital-Acquired Infections
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Have you or a loved one contracted a hospital infection when you went in for surgery or other illness? We would like to hear your story, or any other comment you may have about your hospital experience.- Read stories about Hospital-Acquired Infections »
- Medical Errors
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- Medical Devices & Drugs
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Have you been harmed or experienced a side effect by a medical device or prescription drug? Have you had an adverse event with a medical device such as a joint replacement device or a pace maker. Share your story here.- Read stories about Medical Devices & Drugs »
- Medication Errors
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Were you ever given the wrong drug or wrong dosage? Did your doctor fail to inform you about side effects?- Read stories about Medication Errors »
- Doctor Accountability
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Have you or a loved one been harmed by a doctor or medical staff person when seeking medical treatment? We would like to hear your story, or any other comment you may have about the experience.- Read stories about Doctor Accountability »
- Overtreatment
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Have you or a loved one had tests, surgeries, procedures or medications that you thought were unnecessary? Did you decline tests or treatments offered to you that you thought were unnecessary and found a medically appropriate alternative?- Read stories about Overtreatment »
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