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How Medical Negligence Leads to Birth-Related Brain Injuries
Birth-related brain injuries are among the most devastating consequences of medical negligence in childbirth. A few minutes of inaction or poor decision-making can lead to irreversible harm, forever changing a child’s life and the lives of their family members.
At Regan Zambri Long, we help Washington, DC, families hold hospitals and doctors accountable when their mistakes result in preventable brain damage during labor and delivery.
The most common cause of birth-related brain injuries is hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), a condition that occurs when the baby’s brain is deprived of oxygen. This can happen if the umbilical cord becomes compressed, if the placenta detaches prematurely, or if labor is prolonged and fetal distress is ignored.
Another common cause is infection. When maternal or fetal infections like Group B strep go untreated during delivery, they can spread to the baby’s brain, causing inflammation and injury.
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Trauma during delivery, including the use of forceps or vacuum extraction, can also lead to bleeding in the brain or swelling that damages brain tissue. In some cases, excessive force or improper technique is to blame.
Medical negligence in these cases can take many forms. Failure to monitor the baby’s heart rate, delays in performing an emergency C-section, improper use of medical equipment, and ignoring signs of fetal distress are all examples of actions—or inactions—that can lead to brain damage.
The impact of a brain injury on a child varies depending on the severity and location of the damage. Some children may suffer from seizures, while others may develop cerebral palsy, cognitive delays, or behavioral challenges. Many require lifelong care, special education, and ongoing therapy.
For parents, understanding that their child’s injury may have been preventable is devastating. That’s why working with a knowledgeable legal team is essential. Our attorneys at Regan Zambri Long investigate every delivery aspect, consult with independent medical experts, and gather the evidence necessary to prove negligence.
We also help families estimate the full cost of the injury, not just current medical bills, but the lifelong expenses that accompany a severe brain injury. Compensation may cover future medical care, assistive devices, therapy, loss of earning capacity, and pain and suffering.
No amount of money can undo what happened, but holding negligent providers accountable can provide families with the resources they need to give their child the best possible future.
If your child suffered a brain injury during birth and you believe medical negligence played a role, we are here to help. Contact Regan Zambri Long for a free consultation, and let us help your family seek the justice and support you deserve