Nearly1 in every 1,000 births in the United States results in a complication to the child that will lead to a brain injury. Usually in these cases, it is the doctor's negligence during a delivery complication that that will cause the defect to the child's brain. In other cases, it can be something that the doctor didn’t catch beforehand that would have prevented this tragedy. A birth injury attorney can you if you child suffers from a birth defect caused by a medical professional's negligence. Brain damage is most often the result of birth complication.
The most recognized causes of brain defect happen during birth. These complications can include:
Though some of these factors may not be the fault of an obstetrician, they may be caused by a failure to detect obvious warning signs and take preventative measures to avoid complications. Premature babies can be at risk for birth defects - it is the doctors job to monitor and care for the child and the mother as best as they possibly can. Failure to do so in a can result in dangerous conditions that may lead to brain damage. Get legal help from a local malpractice lawyer as soon as you can.
Here are some of the signs that a baby may have suffered brain damage delivery:
Low blood sugar is a common cause of brain damage for newborns. A doctor should test for hypoglycemia in the fetus in order to reduce the chances of the child becoming brain damaged. A doctor's failure to take the necessary tests in order to ensure everything is normal can sometimes result in tragedy for a young family. A medical malpractice attorney can assist you if your child is affected by the life-altering consequences of a birth defect.
