The cognition issues faced by newborns who suffer brain damage because of a birth injury vary widely, from very mild learning disabilities to severe impairment that prevents independent living. While cerebral palsy is thought of as a motor disorder, many children also suffer cognition issues and intellectual deficits, although they often go undiagnosed until the …
Heterotopic ossification occurs when the body begins to grow bone in an area of soft tissue where there is usually no bone. This is most common in a joint, often the elbow or hip. There is no known definitive cause of heterotopic ossification or any indication of what triggers this abnormal bone growth to occur …
If your infant suffered brain damage as a result of a birth injury, they are at an increased risk for seizures. Seizures resulting from brain trauma—whether physical trauma or trauma caused by lack of oxygen to the brain—often begin early and may be the first indication of brain damage. Working with a trusted doctor, most …
Preeclampsia can lead to brain injuries in newborns. When a pregnant woman has high blood pressure, the baby can experience a reduction in blood flow through the placenta. This means less oxygen and fewer nutrients reach the developing brain, and the baby may suffer brain injuries. This type of brain injury can cause physical and …
It is possible that your child’s Erb’s Palsy could have been prevented if medical malpractice occurred during birth. Erb’s Palsy Lawsuits Erb’s Palsy is generally seen as an avoidable injury. The condition causes nerve damage and disrupts mobility, and generally occurs during delivery when a baby’s neck is unnaturally stretched as its head and shoulders …
A caput succedaneum is a birth injury that leaves babies with swollen scalps and heads, as well as scalp and facial bruising. When a caput succedaneum injury complicates the birth of your baby, it can lead to additional ongoing complications. Call the Birth Injury Lawyers Group at 1-800-222-9529 for a free consultation to help you …
