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Dangerous Deliveries: What Can Go Wrong

For some Kansas City parents, birth injuries are an unfortunate reality. Depending upon the severity of the injury, the newborn could be affected by an irreversible condition - one that might alter the course of the rest of their lives. With the potential hazards associated with the delivery process, it is therefore imperative that the medical staff handling the delivery work flawlessly to protect the safety of the infant.

Doctors and other medical staff remain vigilant watching for signs of any problems during each stage of labor. As the obstetrical staff monitors the baby through various means, quick decisions are made to intervene in the event of a crisis, whether that means an emergency cesarean section or other methods to help the delivery along. Unfortunately though, sometimes mistakes are made and injuries are often the result.

Fetal Distress

During the course of the pregnancy or delivery, the baby may begin to show signs that things are not going well. The baby's heart rate may drop suddenly, or movement may slow, signaling that the baby may be in trouble. Fetal distress could mean that the baby is not getting enough oxygen. Distress could also mean that the baby is in a breech position. Placental abruption, the detachment of the placenta from the uterine wall, is another possible cause of fetal distress. It is a very dangerous medical condition that could result in the loss of nutrients and oxygen for the baby, and a dangerous level of bleed out by the mother.

Fetal distress can also signal that the umbilical cord has wrapped around the baby's neck. This is an urgent matter that doctors should take notice of and act upon as quickly as possible. The cord may begin strangling the infant. Severe complications or even death can occur in a short amount of time when the umbilical cord endangers the baby.

Hypoxia

When a baby is deprived of oxygen for an extended period of time (such as when the umbilical cord becomes wrapped around a fetus's neck), brain injuries and even death become very real possibilities. Hypoxia is the term used for a prolonged period of oxygen deficiency. Hypoxia can lead to devastating consequences like cerebral palsy, brain injury, and severe brain damage.

The list of possible side effects from hypoxia is long and daunting. Hypoxia may lead to:

• Problems cognitive function
• Poor motor skills development
• Coordination issues
• Headaches, dizziness
• Circulation problems
• Paralysis
• Memory loss
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Birth injuries, including brain damage, may cause the child to need specialized care for the rest of his or her life. If your child was injured during the birthing process, and you believe that medical mistakes lead to a delay in diagnosing preventable birth problems, you may have many questions about your child's rights. The experienced Kansas City medical malpractice lawyers at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys may be able to help. For your no obligation, free consultation call Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616 and for additional information download our free resource guide, The Truth About Medical Malpractice Claims.

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