Hypoxia Birth Injury Attorneys in Pennsylvania
Holding Negligent Medical Professionals Liable
Hypoxia is a condition that occurs when a baby’s brain does not receive enough oxygen during, before, or after the birthing process. If left untreated, it can lead to hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), cerebral palsy, and other cognitive deficiencies. Although medical negligence is not the sole cause of this severe injury, it is one of the most common. At The Law Offices of Anthony Urban, P.C., our Pennsylvania birth injury attorneys are committed to helping families recover the compensation they deserve and holding the responsible parties accountable for the negligent actions.
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The Effects of Hypoxia
One of the most notable signs of hypoxia is severe brain damage, which can lead to total body paralysis. If this condition remains untreated within the first 48 hours, there is a greater risk of other medical complications developing, some of which might be permanent.
Medical complications caused by hypoxia include:
- Cerebral palsy
- Behavioral disorders
- Severe seizures
- Cognitive disabilities
Oftentimes, to treat hypoxia, neonatal therapeutic hypothermia is often applied, which speeds up the body’s healing process, according to several studies. Neonatal therapeutic hypothermia typically lasts for less than three days. It slows down cell death and brain swelling, preventing permanent brain damage from occurring.
Causes of Hypoxia
As mentioned above, hypoxia is often the result of medical negligence.
However, there are additional risk factors that can increase the chances of this condition occurring:
- Congenital heart disease
- Umbilical cord injuries
- Placental abruption
- Infections
- Brain blood vessel abnormality
- Shoulder dystocia
- Oxygen deprivation
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The Importance of Treatment
It is imperative to treat hypoxia as soon as possible. If hypoxia is left untreated, it can progress into a permanent brain injury with cognitive deficits. Under these circumstances, treatment would focus on a combination of long-term therapy and medication since there are no cures for permanent brain injuries. Additionally, the costs associated with receiving biological and psychological therapy can be astronomical, which is why it is crucial to take legal action as soon as possible.
If the right steps are taken to treat hypoxia, permanent disabilities can be avoided. If hypoxia advances into a permanent injury, it is likely the result of medical negligence.
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Reach Out to a Knowledgeable Birth Injury Attorney Today!
If your baby sustained a hypoxia injury, which later developed into a permanent disability, we understand how devastating this must be for you and your family. At The Law Offices of Anthony Urban, P.C., our birth injury attorneys have over 60 years of combined legal experience, which we will use to your advantage. You can rely on our team to conduct a full investigation into the cause of your baby’s injuries and ensure you are able to collect what you need to cover your medical bills, lost wages, rehabilitative costs, and more. You should not have to go through this on your own.
Discuss the details of your case today with one of our Pennsylvania birth injury attorneys. Contact us at (888) 268-0023 to schedule a case evaluation.