Hospital Class Action Lawsuit in Portland, Oregon for Patient Exposure to Serious Illnesses

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
A hospital in Portland, Oregon is facing a class action lawsuit as 2,200 patients may have been exposed to serious illnesses during surgery due to a physician failing to adhere to infection control procedures.

Key Points

  • Physician failed to adhere to infection control procedures during surgeries
  • Patients potentially exposed to serious illnesses such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV
  • Lawsuit claims gross negligence on the part of the hospital and the anesthesiology firm
  • Patients are undergoing tests for infections

Pros

  • Patients are taking legal action to address potential harm caused by negligence
  • Raises awareness about the importance of following proper infection control procedures in medical settings

Cons

  • 2,200 patients may have been exposed to hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV
  • Patients are experiencing a range of negative emotions and uncertainty