A colonoscopy is an essential tool for detecting colon cancer and other serious gastrointestinal issues. It can save lives, but only when used correctly. When a doctor misses something or performs the procedure improperly, the consequences can be life-altering. If you or a loved one were harmed due to a colonoscopy error or misdiagnosis, a Miami colonoscopy misdiagnosis lawyer may be able to help you hold the responsible provider accountable.
At Kaire & Heffernan, we focus on helping victims of medical negligence in Miami and throughout South Florida. Colonoscopy errors are particularly devastating because they often involve preventable delays in cancer diagnosis or life-threatening complications. If your trust in the medical system was broken, our failure to diagnose attorneys are here to support you and fight for the compensation you deserve.
A colonoscopy enables doctors to visually inspect the inside of the colon using a flexible tube equipped with a camera. During this procedure, providers are expected to detect and remove polyps, identify signs of cancer, and evaluate unexplained symptoms such as bleeding or abdominal pain. Most colonoscopies are routine, but when negligence is involved, the outcomes can be serious.
Common colonoscopy-related errors include:
A missed or misdiagnosed condition can delay vital treatment, allowing cancer to progress unchecked. In other cases, procedural mistakes—such as a perforation or infection—can lead to sepsis, emergency surgery, or permanent digestive damage. If you were harmed due to a colonoscopy-related error, a Miami attorney can help you pursue compensation.
Not every adverse outcome during a colonoscopy is malpractice. However, if a doctor failed to meet the standard of care that another reasonable provider would have followed, they may be held legally responsible. This is especially true when signs of disease were present, but no action was taken.
Some of the most common examples of colonoscopy malpractice include:
In many cases, patients are told that their colonoscopy was normal, only to learn later that they have advanced colorectal cancer. When this happens, the delay in diagnosis may have robbed them of less aggressive treatment options or a better prognosis. A Miami medical malpractice lawyer can help uncover what went wrong during your colonoscopy and determine whether your injury could have been avoided.
Colonoscopy misdiagnosis cases are complex. They often involve multiple specialists—gastroenterologists, pathologists, and primary care doctors. Hospitals and insurers may try to shift blame or argue that your condition would have progressed regardless of the error. That is why working with an experienced Miami attorney is essential when seeking compensation for a missed colonoscopy diagnosis.
At Kaire & Heffernan, we have the medical knowledge and legal skill to take on these cases. We will review your medical records and pathology reports and consult independent experts to assess whether standards of care were met. We will calculate damages related to your medical expenses, lost income, and suffering. We handle all communications with insurance companies and healthcare providers, and we will fight for your rights in court, if necessary.
We understand that medical malpractice is not just about financial loss—it is about justice. You deserve answers and the chance to move forward without shouldering the burden of someone else’s mistake.
If your doctor failed to diagnose a serious condition during a colonoscopy—or if the procedure itself caused you harm—you may have a valid medical malpractice claim. A Miami colonoscopy misdiagnosis lawyer at Kaire & Heffernan can help you understand your legal rights, investigate your case, and seek the compensation you need for your recovery.
Your health should never be compromised by negligence. Contact our firm today for a free consultation and find out how we can help you hold the responsible parties accountable
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