The family of 70-year-old William Bryan claims surgeon Thomas Shaknovsky removed his liver and not his spleen during a procedure he did not survive due to massive blood loss.
Medical Malpractice Allegations
William Bryan's family alleges that during a surgical operation, Surgeon Thomas Shaknovsky mistakenly removed Bryan's liver instead of his spleen, resulting in Bryan's death.
Surgical Procedure Details
Bryan was admitted to Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast Hospital for a splenectomy due to severe abdominal pain. After the operation, it was discovered that his liver had been removed instead.
Legal Actions
Following the incident, the Bryan family and their attorney are preparing to file a lawsuit against the surgeon and the hospital, while an investigation into the case is ongoing.
Statements from Hospital Officials
The Ascension hospital expressed it takes such allegations seriously and is conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the surgical mishap.
Family's Emotional Response
Beverly Bryan, William's wife, expressed her heartbreak and anger concerning her husband's unnecessary death, emphasizing the devastating impact on their family.
Prior Incident Involving Surgeon
This isn’t the first issue with Surgeon Shaknovsky. There was a previous case in 2023 where he was involved in a surgical mishap, leading to complications for another patient.
Spleen Found Post-Operation
An autopsy revealed that William Bryan's spleen was still intact while his liver had been removed, which was a critical error during the surgery.
Ongoing Criminal Investigation
A criminal investigation is underway to determine if any criminal charges should be filed against the surgeon in connection with Bryan's death.
