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Category: Birth Injury

What Is Marginal Cord Insertion?

Published on June 17, 2023, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Birth Injury

Marginal cord insertion occurs when the umbilical cord is inserted into the margin of the placenta rather than the center. This is an atypical condition that can occur during a pregnancy. The danger of a marginal cord insertion stems from the fact that blood flow to the fetus can be restricted, leading to potential growth challenges and an increased risk of birth injuries. When managed correctly, however, most marginal cord insertions do not cause harm. (more…)
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How To Identify Seizures in Babies

Published on November 11, 2022, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Birth Injury

Seizures in infants can be much more difficult to identify than those suffered by adults. The convulsions most commonly associated with seizures are rare in infancy. But early detection is critical. During this period of rapid brain development, a seizure can inflict trauma that can stunt a child’s cognitive growth, lead to learning impairments, cause permanent brain damage, and ultimately slow overall development. In rare cases, a seizure can be fatal to a young child. (more…)
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What Are the Responsibilities of Doctors and Nurses During Childbirth?

Published on August 26, 2022, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Birth Injury

If you've ever been in a birthing suite, whether delivering a child yourself or supporting a loved one with their childbirth process, then you're likely aware of how tense it can be in that environment. The situation is not all that different in an operating room if you undergo a Caesarean section (C-section). In both situations, there are a lot of people crowded into a very small room, and you and your baby's health and safety are contingent upon everyone knowing their role and doing what they're trained[...]
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5 Signs That a Birth Injury May Have Occurred

Published on July 28, 2021, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Birth Injury

Giving birth is already a stressful, painful experience. You hope that all the pain is worth it so that you can leave the hospital with your happy and healthy newborn. However, that’s not always the case. If something goes wrong unexpectedly or the doctor in charge of your delivery makes a mistake, then your child could suffer from birth injuries. (more…)
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What’s It Like to Have a Birth Injury?

Published on February 21, 2019, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Birth Injury

When one hears that their child sustained an injury during birth, they may feel a mixture of overwhelming emotions. They’re worried about their child’s health, how this injury happened, and what this means for their child’s future. Unfortunately, birth injuries can lead to health complications for the rest of a child’s life. If your child has suffered from an injury because of medical negligence, you may be facing a reality that includes affording permanent care for your child. (more…)
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Medical Malpractice: C-Sections, Surgical Risks & Patient Consent

Published on June 19, 2018, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Birth Injury

Doctors have a legal duty to treat patients in accordance to established medical guidelines and standards, as doing so is critical to avoiding preventable injuries. While evaluating whether a medical professional took appropriate steps to treat a patient as a reasonably skillful doctor would under the same or similar circumstances is an important part of determining whether negligence played a role in causing birth injuries, it is also important to evaluate whether or not doctors adequately discussed information about procedures and associated risks – including risks related to cesarean[...]
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Birth Injuries Caused by Medical Devices

Published on May 4, 2018, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Birth Injury

Birth injuries can result from a range of negligent actions and conduct during pregnancy, labor, and delivery – including the improper use of forceps and vacuum extractors. While both of these medical devices can assist physicians during difficult deliveries, they must be used in accordance to strict standards. When medical professionals fail to use forceps or vacuum extractors properly, they can be held liable for preventable birth injuries, including those resulting in long-term and life-altering effects on children and their families. At Shrager, Sachs, & Blanco, our Philadelphia[...]
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Failure to Read Fetal Heart Rate & Birth Injuries

Published on March 19, 2018, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Birth Injury

Monitoring an unborn baby’s heart rate during labor and delivery can alert nurses and medical staff to potential complications and medical emergencies that must be promptly addressed. Should a baby’s heart rate become too high or too low, for example, it may indicate fetal distress caused by oxygen deprivation and the need for an emergency C-section. In order to ensure a baby is tolerating the birth process and identify any complications, nurses and staff use electronic fetal heart rate monitors. These devices provide readouts that must be interpreted[...]
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Birth Injuries vs. Birth Defects

Published on December 8, 2017, by SHRAGER SACHS & BLANCO | Birth Injury

Birth injuries and birth defects can result in permanent medical conditions that require expensive and long-term treatment for your child. Thus, pursuing compensation against the physician responsible is necessary to seek justice and obtain a financial settlement. However, parents may not be able to file a medical malpractice lawsuit for birth defects. What is the difference between a birth injury and a birth defect? Birth Injuries Occur During Labor or Delivery Birth injuries are often preventable, and have several causes. If the doctor pulls on the baby the[...]
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