The plaintiff underwent a reverse ileostomy surgery.
In the recovery room, a nurse erroneously administered a large dose of Heparin instead of Voluven.
The plaintiff subsequently suffered massive internal bleeding, compartment syndrome, and required further surgeries.
The trial was bifurcated to determine liability.
The court evaluated expert testimony and concluded that the plaintiffs failed to prove on a balance of probabilities that the Heparin caused the bleeding, as the evidence suggested the bleeding originated from blood vessels that spasmed during surgery and relaxed post-operatively.
