Each moment counts when delivering a baby, especially when things start to go wrong. A recent federal tort lawsuit filed in California alleges that one hospital’s mistake caused $50 million worth of permanent brain damage to a child.
When Stefanie Davis went into labor in January of 2010, doctors determined that a vaginal birth was out of the question due to the baby’s position. The attending physician performed a C-section with a vacuum extraction, which many health experts acknowledge poses certain health risks to the baby. The procedure involves placing a small vacuum on the baby’s head to aid its removal from the womb.
After removing the baby, nurses noticed signs of distress on the child where the doctor applied the vacuum, such as bruising, swelling and hemorrhaging. The baby showed signs of increased heartbeat and rapid breathing, which doctors later diagnosed as consistent with a seizure disorder.
The injuries are still affecting the child nearly three years later. He has trouble walking, talking and swallowing, and he suffers from seizures. The lawsuit blames the hospital for these ailments that will likely last a lifetime.
Errors during delivery have permanent consequences. If your child is suffering from a medical team’s mistake, there are ways for you to obtain compensation to cover past and future medical costs for your child’s ongoing care. For more information, give us a call at 1-800-460-0606 or fill out a contact form. There is no charge to learn about your legal options.
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