Had ERCP done.Liver&Bile duct perforated.Needed 3 transfusions,1yr later had Hepatojejunostomy with Roux n Y.?

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Was in hospital for 2 weeks.Could not breathe for days,every breath was an effort, heart rate was over 150.Was waiting for ICU bed. . Developed a large hematoma on liver after ERCP. Also developed pericardial and plueral effusions.Had to have lung drained twice. Have lost over 30lbs. Still can't eat or sleep,pain constantly on side and back along ribsfor 3yrs.Taking lots of pain meds. Life is not the same.Could this grounds for lawsuit. What if nurse was guiding the guide wire?

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this is an unfortunate story but lawsuit will not be easy, they are really cautious about documentation, hope you get better soon, good luck