Hypoxia Injuries In Newborns Must Be Taken Seriously
Hypoxia is a devastating injury for a newborn. In the most severe cases, the child suffers permanent brain damage and will need lifelong assistance.
If your child suffered a brain injury due to the negligence of a medical provider, you may be entitled to compensation to help you and your child face the challenges ahead. The attorneys of Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli & Pratt, P.A. are here to help you explore your legal options. We are located in Miami, Florida, but we handle severe birth trauma cases nationwide. Call (786) 788-8557 to discuss your case with an experienced and compassionate lawyer.
What Causes Hypoxia?
Hypoxia is caused by oxygen deprivation during labor and delivery. Oxygen deprivation may be caused by the failure of the doctor to respond promptly to signs of fetal distress, delayed delivery or delayed cesarean section. It can also be caused by preterm birth when the child’s lungs are not fully developed.
Our lawyers work with leading medical experts who can review the circumstances of your child’s birth to determine if the doctor and hospital staff did everything they should have done to prevent hypoxia and/or treat it promptly.
What Are The Symptoms Of Hypoxia?
Symptoms of mild or moderate brain injury in newborns caused by hypoxia (also known as hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy) may include:
- Behavioral issues such as poor feeding, irritability or excessive crying
- Sleepiness or lethargy
- Poor grasping and sucking reflexes
- Periods of apnea
- Seizures
Symptoms of severe hypoxia may include stupor or coma. Breathing may be irregular, and the infant may not respond to physical stimuli.
A number of tests can confirm whether a brain injury has occurred, including a head CT scan, MRI or electroencephalogram.
Can Hypoxia Be Treated?
Mild or moderate hypoxia can be successfully treated by therapies such as immersion in a hyperbaric oxygen chamber. Without treatment, however, brain damage may be permanent.
For More Information About Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy In Newborns, Call Us
If your child suffered a hypoxic injury during labor or delivery, call us at (786) 788-8557 to arrange a free confidential consultation or fill out our online form.
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