Hypoxic Brain Injury

Pennsylvania Lawyers: Brain Damage and Hypoxia

Cerebral hypoxia is a condition where the brain is deprived of oxygen, resulting in severe to mild brain damage. When hypoxia occurs in utero or during childbirth, the signs and symptoms are not always immediately apparent. It may take until a baby is two, three or even four years old before the full extent of hypoxic brain injury is revealed.

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The medical malpractice attorneys at Silvers, Langsam & Weitzman offer experienced representation in cases where fetal hypoxia and brain injury such as hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy has been caused by negligence on the part of a physician, nurse or obstetrician during pregnancy or childbirth. Contact our offices today to discuss your legal options in an atmosphere of understanding and commitment to the well-being of your child.

The Causes and Results of Hypoxic Brain Injury

In many cases, failure to adequately monitor the condition of the fetus can be the cause of hypoxia. Bacterial infection, abrupted placenta, umbilical cord entanglement and traumatic damage to the head during the descent of the fetus during birth may be prevented or immediately treated by a competent and watchful physician.

When there is a misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis of late-term complications and the doctor fails to perform a potentially life-saving C-section or other necessary procedure, a medical malpractice lawsuit may be a viable option for holding those responsible accountable for their negligence and incompetence.

The Philadelphia law firm of Silvers, Langsam & Weitzman can help, providing clients in Pennsylvania and New Jersey with access to respected neurologists and neuropsychologists who can assess the extent of mental and emotional problems caused by hypoxia and the lifetime costs associated with providing much needed care.

To schedule a frank discussion of your case during a free consultation, contact us today to speak with a respected medical malpractice lawyer.