Possible Medical Negligence After Undisclosed Post-Surgery Liver Complications
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Managing Attorney, 1LAW · Last reviewed May 10, 2026
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Consumer Legal Issue
After having Gallbladder removed liver enzymes critically elevated over 500 but no one told me, or told me to have bloodwork checked again soon, they did not try to find a reason or ask a hepatologist. Wrote in my records probably due to fatty liver when mri, ct,ultrasound before surgery showed no issues with liver. They discharged me still in a lot of pain. Didn't check to ma.
Attorney Answer
Georgia medical malpractice claims generally must be filed within two years of the injury, with an outer five-year repose period, so confirming your exact treatment date immediately is the most urgent next step.
Under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 9-3-71), a medical malpractice action must generally be filed within two years after the injury occurred, and in no event more than five years after the negligent act or omission — regardless of when the injury is discovered. Because your exact surgery date hasn't been confirmed, it isn't possible to say precisely how much time remains, which makes pinning that date down urgent rather than optional.
A case like this — involving critically elevated liver enzymes that went unaddressed after gallbladder surgery — will typically require an expert medical witness to establish that the care fell below the accepted standard of care and caused your injury.
What you can do:
1. Confirm your exact surgery/treatment date as soon as possible so the filing deadline can be calculated precisely.
2. Request complete medical records from both the surgical team and any subsequent providers, including all lab results, imaging, and discharge notes.
3. Consult a medical malpractice attorney immediately so they can evaluate the records and, if needed, retain an expert witness.
⏱ Time limits apply. Georgia generally requires medical malpractice claims to be filed within two years of the injury, with a five-year outer limit (O.C.G.A. § 9-3-71). Since the exact date of your surgery hasn't been confirmed, don't assume how much time remains — confirm the date and consult an attorney immediately to protect your claim.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does someone need to prove in a medical malpractice case?
Generally, you need to show the provider's care fell below the accepted standard of care and that this caused your injury, often requiring an expert medical witness.
How long do I have to file a medical malpractice claim?
In many states, claims generally must be filed within a couple of years of the injury, with an outer limit of several years regardless of discovery; an attorney can confirm exact deadlines.
What records should I gather if I suspect malpractice after a surgery?
Generally, complete medical records including lab results, imaging, discharge notes, and follow-up care documentation from every provider involved.
