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I had a hip replacement done and now my leg is 1/2 inch longer than the other
Asked on May 05th, 2016 on Medical Malpractice - California
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I never met my surgeon prior to my surgery, and only had a phone consult after. I told him and all the physical therapists that my leg was much longer on the operated side, they said no it isn't it just feels like it. I recently had an xray done and my surgeon called me and said it is 1/2 inch longer and to wear a lift. I now have pain and I limp and am extremely unhappy. I am a 51 year old very active woman
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Unfortunately, a length variance of up to an inch is considered an acceptable outcome and does not normally give rise to a legal claim. It is quite difficult to bring any claim for medical malpractice in California as most attorneys have stopped taking all but the clearest of claims and a half inch is not considered below the standard of care. Most medical malpractice cases in this state end in favor of the doctor (86%) and when there is a recovery the damages can be so limited it just makes them too difficult to pursue.
Answered on May 09th, 2016 at 5:45 PM