Abrupted Placenta

Pennsylvania Pregnancy Complications Attorneys

Placental abruption is a condition where the placenta begins to bruise and detach from the uterine wall during pregnancy. An abrupted placenta can be caused by physical trauma, smoking, uterine malformation and maternal drug use.

An abrupted placenta can pose serious risks to both the mother and the fetus. Internal bleeding and infection can do significant damage to the mother if not caught in time. Since the placenta is no longer firmly attached to the uterus, the fetus is not receiving the necessary oxygen and may die if the condition is not arrested immediately.

Placental Abruption Malpractice Claims

This serious and life-threatening condition can also be caused by the failure of a doctor to properly monitor the mother's condition or a missed diagnosis of high blood pressure or hypertension. When stillbirth and/or injury to the mother are the result of negligence or carelessness on the part of a doctor or obstetrician-gynecologist (OBGYN), a medical malpractice lawsuit may be your best option for holding all those responsible for your damages and mental anguish accountable.

If you are pregnant and you have a family history of hypertension, notify your doctor today and make sure that your blood pressure is properly monitored. Warning signs of placental abruption can be bleeding, abdominal tenderness or rigidity, fatigue and cramping. Even if you have not been diagnosed with high blood pressure, if you are experiencing these or any other difficulties with your pregnancy, call your doctor immediately.

If you suffered an abrupted placenta resulting in uterine scarring or a stillborn baby, and you believe a doctor's negligence was at fault, contact our offices in Pennsylvania today to discuss your legal options with a caring and respected medical malpractice lawyer at Silvers, Langsam & Weitzman.

Our guarantee: You will be charged no fees and pay no costs until we are able to secure a settlement or trial judgment in your case.

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