Surgeon Left an Instrument Inside Me: Can I Sue?
Retained Surgical Instruments | Bounds Law Group What Are Retained Surgical Instruments? Retained surgical instruments (RSIs) refers to any tools, sponges, clamps, gauze, or other foreign objects inadvertently left inside a patient after a surgical procedure. These objects are often discovered only after the patient experiences unexplained symptoms or complications. Common examples of retained instruments include: Surgical sponges (gossypiboma) Hemostats and forceps Scalpels and scissors Needles and retractors Tubing and catheters The presence of such items can cause severe internal damage. This often results in additional surgeries, long-term pain, infections, and even death. Call us now at 877-644-5122 or complete...