2006-08-30 06:35:05 · 13 answers · asked by shisi 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
Generally if a person dies while under the immediate care of a physician, there is not an autopsy. However, the hospital may request permission to conduct an autopsy if the death did not seem to be a consequence of the treatment.
You could always commission an independent autopsy at your expense once the body is released to you.
2006-08-30 06:42:38 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sorry for your loss. You need to get an attorney if you feel the doctors or the hospital were negligent. It will most likely be a civil case since the doctor chose not to do the surgery. There are several lawyers that will be glad to examine your case. There are many specializing in medical malpractice and give free consultations.
2006-08-30 14:32:00 · answer #2 · answered by bsure32 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the situation. I know of someone that died because surgeons around the US refused to operate on him. Nothing was done about it. Also, in some cases the doctor could say that based on the situation the operation was not seen as necessary and therefor not performed. If you're wondering about a specific case you'd probably have to consult medical law professional/books.
2006-08-30 13:49:24 · answer #3 · answered by carora13 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but it could cost you if the investigation turns up nothing. They could claim that it would of required an autopsy to see if surgery was needed for instance. The doctor could also say they were not qualified to help, nor knew somebody that was.
2006-08-30 13:44:55 · answer #4 · answered by gregory_dittman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are family of the person who died get a lawyer, then have your lawyer subpoena the medical records, then make sure your lawyer finds what is called a forensic nurse. She will go over the charts and records with your attorney. If there is reason to suspect foul then go forward with your case.
2006-08-30 14:54:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure why not? Can I ask why the doctor didn't do surgery? Or was it scheduled to be done, and the patient died before hand.
2006-08-30 13:39:41 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends, if the doctor didnt do the surgery on purpose then he/her has to go to jail. But if he was too late, it is not his fault.
2006-08-30 13:41:51 · answer #7 · answered by :) 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have an autopsy done to disclose the cause of death. Then you can consult an attorney.
2006-08-30 13:42:00 · answer #8 · answered by ericg772 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in case that h died when the doctor is at the same hospital that time..... don't hesitate to make an investigation
2006-08-30 13:40:47 · answer #9 · answered by Moudy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes and make sure the county does an autopsy
2006-09-01 13:43:32 · answer #10 · answered by aldo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋