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Glossary of Medical Malpractice Terms |
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| Tasmar: A drug used to treat
patients with Parkinson's disease. There have been reports of fatal
liver injury associated with use of Tasmar. Terminal Illness: A medical condition which is expected to result in a person's death within six (6) months; no recovery expected. Thalidomide: A medicine that was used as a sleep aid and for treatment of morning sickness during pregnancy. It was later discovered that thalidomide causes birth defects and fetal death. Thimerosal: A preservative that was used in many vaccines. It is suspected that an ingredient in Thimerosal may cause mercury poisoining. Tort: A civil wrong, giving rise to a cause of action, independent of contract. Transcript: The official verbatim record of court proceedings. Trial: A formal presentation of facts to a court or jury in order to reach a legal resolution. |
