Bluffs, IL asked in Medical Malpractice for Illinois

Q: Should my doctor have done a pregnancy test before giving anesthesia

My infant passed away at 1 and a half months

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Robert D. Kreisman
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Robert D. Kreisman
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  • Medical Malpractice Lawyer
  • Chicago, IL
  • Licensed in Illinois

A: I would need to know more about what procedure you were about to undergo. But suppose you were to have surgery where you were to be given a general anesthetic, your surgeon would have you run through the whole battery of per-operative, testing and your complete history that would likely include a blood test, urine test, blood pressure exam, infectious disease screening and a pregnancy test. I assume from your question that you didn't know you were pregnant at that time. I am very sorry for your loss.

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