Hi, I need some perspective on medical malpractice. Mom's PEG tube popped out Saturday night. We took her into the ER Sunday morning; in the process of replacing the tube the doctor perforated her stomach and/or intestine. She went home in a lot of pain and the next morning went into shock. She died a little more than 48 hours after Sunday's tube replacement.

I contacted a lawyer who is a medical doctor and he said it was not malpractice because the injury was a reasonable medical practice and the standard of care was followed.

I am hoping someone on this board has experience or thoughts about this.

I have a signature with Mom's info, but I don't see it popping up. Here is her info:

Trish, CG to Mom age 84. Mom dx with SCC of jaw Stage 4 in 7/10. Had complete mandibulectomy on 2/16/11. Came home 8/2011, dependent on PEG tube.