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Have you had a colonoscopy lately and ended up in the hospital afterward? The scope used on you most likely have been used on other patients, and attorney Caleb Cunningham of Levin Papantonio says the instructions for cleaning it fall short.

On this episode of Cut to the Chase Network, host Gregg Goldfarb talks with Caleb about how this latest medical device is causing problems such as sepsis and infection, and the lawsuits his firm has filed against Olympus. Caleb compares a scope to a complicated garden hose, with tiny channels where blood, tissue, and bacteria can build up. He explains how these devices can be made safe.

Gregg and Caleb are clear on one point: they are not telling anyone to skip a colonoscopy. Talk to your doctor, ask questions, and know the warning signs.

 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

  • How a reusable scope can carry infection from one patient to the next
  • The symptoms that mean you should get medical care right away
  • What to ask your doctor before your next procedure
  • Why Caleb believes the true size of the problem is unknown

About Caleb Cunningham

J. Caleb Cunningham is a mass torts attorney at Levin Papantonio in Pensacola, Florida. He is a former prosecutor and is leading his firm’s push to raise awareness of contaminated scope infections among patients and fellow attorneys.

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This episode is for informational purposes only and is not medical or legal advice. If you feel sick after a procedure, contact a doctor right away.