Columbus Premature Birth Attorneys
Preterm Labor, Premature Birth: Prevention and Management
Premature babies are far more susceptible to developmental problems, delivery trauma and neonatal death. Every effort must be made to prolong gestation while also monitoring for distress that may require emergency delivery.
Doctors Can Often Prevent Premature Labor and Preterm Birth
The birth injury attorneys of The Becker Law Firm, L.P.A., in Cleveland, Ohio, pursue financial compensation in cases of negligence leading to premature birth or complications in preemies. These cases may involve a failure to:
- Detect problems during ultrasound studies
- Diagnose and treat preeclampsia or infection
- Diagnose and treat incompetent cervix
- Recognize and treat premature rupture of membranes
- Recognize preterm labor
- Administer tocolytics to stop preterm labor
- Perform an emergency C-section
- Administer corticosteroids to the fetus if premature birth is imminent
- Treat respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) in newborns
- Monitor the newborn for dehydration, hypovolemia, low glucose, and seizures
Premature babies are at higher risk of immediate health problems as well as of lifelong disabilities, such as mental retardation, developmental delays or learning disabilities.
Seeking a Columbus Malpractice Lawyer?
If you were harmed by malpractice associated with premature labor or preterm birth, contact our Ohio birth injury lawyers to arrange a free initial consultation. E-mail the Becker Law Firm or call toll free 877-863-6219. We can meet you at your home or in the hospital.
