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Sponge left in patient during breast augmentation surgery - $800,000 Settlement (access required)

By Virginia Lawyers Weekly
Published: February 8, 2010

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A 38-year-old female underwent a breast lift and augmentation. The procedure was complicated by a retained sponge, which led to infection and additional operations. Plaintiff alleged that the surgeon and clinic violated the standard of care by leaving a foreign object in the breast cavity, resulting in additional expenses and scarring. Defendant contended that the ...
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