There are many causes of birth injuries, or injuries that occur at, during, or immediately after birth. Some can cause temporary problems; others can cause life-long physical and neurological problems. The birth injury attorneys at Murphy, Falcon & Murphy help those who have suffered from or have a baby who has suffered from a birth injury. Below, we'll take a look at the common causes of birth injuries. Call our Baltimore personal injury firm for a free consultation today!
Delayed Birth
Births are considered delayed if labor lasts for 18 hours or more. This can cause an increase in pressure on the baby's brain that can cause a number of different birth injuries, including stroke, cardiovascular problems, and more.
Lack of Oxygen
The lack of oxygen at birth can cause a number of different birth injuries and are often some of the most serious. Sometimes a prolapsed umbilical cord happens, underdeveloped lungs, or the umbilical cord becomes entangled around the baby's neck. A breech position (when the baby is born feet first) can cause lack of oxygen, too.
Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider acts negligently during the birth process. This can lead to a number of conditions, including cerebral palsy and other brain disorders. Other medical malpractice cases include unnecessary force during childbirth, the misuse of forceps, and the failure to act quickly in a deteriorating condition.
Maternal Risk Factors
Sometimes the mother can have risk factors that can cause injury. Some of these include a small pelvis size that is not conducive to birth and an infection prior to delivery.
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If you suspect your infant may have a birth injury, or the mother suffered from one, reach out to our birth injury attorneys in Baltimore. We have years of experience in successfully pursuing birth injury cases and getting just compensation for our clients. Call Murphy, Falcon & Murphy for a free consultation today!