Newborn Jaundice vs. Kernicterus: When Is It an Emergency?
Most newborn jaundice is harmless and fades on its own. In rare cases, though, bilirubin climbs too high and is ...
Bile Duct Injury in Gallbladder Surgery: Risk or Negligence?
Gallbladder removal is one of the most common operations in the United States, performed laparoscopically roughly 750,000 times a year. ...
Chemical Restraints in Indiana Nursing Homes: Know the Signs
Not every form of nursing home neglect leaves a mark. Families generally know to look for pressure sores, unexplained bruises, ...
Indiana Birth Injury Deadline: The Eighth Birthday Rule
When a child is hurt during labor and delivery, the days that follow are consumed by doctors, monitors, and questions ...
Understanding Pulmonary Embolism Misdiagnosis
A pulmonary embolism (PE) is a blood clot that has traveled to the lungs, and it is one of the ...
How to Check an Indiana Nursing Home’s Inspection Record
Choosing a nursing home for a parent or spouse is one of the hardest decisions a family makes, and it ...