Giving birth to a child is supposed to be one of life\u2019s greatest moments. Most mothers remain healthy, going to the required doctor\u2019s appointments and following the general guidelines to ensure a smooth labor. All a mother hopes for is a safe delivery and a healthy baby. However, complications can arise. It is the responsibility of the doctors and hospital<\/a>\u00a0staff to be preemptive and act quickly if a problem does occur during delivery. Failure to do so can cause lasting injuries and potentially death.<\/p>\n One of the greatest dangers a fetus faces during childbirth is hypoxia. Hypoxia, or a lack of oxygen to the body\u2019s tissues, can be especially damaging to a fetus and newborn baby. Perinatal hypoxia \u2014 when the infant receives inadequate oxygen before, during, or after birth \u2014 can occur when birth complications cause the infant to stop breathing. In cases of mild hypoxia, babies can recover without any permanent disabilities. In cases of moderate to severe hypoxia, however, the potential for a permanent disability dramatically increases.<\/p>\n If your baby endured brain or tissue damage because of untreated hypoxia, you may have grounds for a lawsuit. Call our\u00a0Chicago birth injury attorneys<\/a>\u00a0today at\u00a0312-500-1792<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n It\u2019s incredibly important for medical professionals to identify cases of hypoxia as soon as possible in order to mitigate the potential damage. The longer it goes untreated, the greater the risk to the infant. Potential factors that increase the risk of hypoxia include:<\/p>\n According to the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), perinatal hypoxia and anoxia account for nearly one-third of all neonatal deaths. Cerebral anoxia is when the brain fails to receive any oxygen whatsoever. There are several severe medical conditions that are associated with cerebral hypoxia and anoxia including:<\/p>\n With prompt treatment and intervention of doctors and nurses during delivery, these conditions can be avoided. Although many medical professionals may believe that these complications are unavoidable, a careful review of the medical records can reveal whether a baby showed warning signs of a hypoxic or anoxic condition.<\/p>\n You should not have to suffer because your physicians or doctors did not follow procedures and uphold their responsibility. If your baby has sustained injuries due to hypoxia, our experienced attorneys can help.<\/p>\n At Power Rogers<\/span>, we fight to win. Our clients are our first priority and we will not rest until they receive the settlement or verdict they deserve. If your child has suffered injuries because of undiagnosed or untreated hypoxia, we can help. Our Chicago birth injury attorneys have extensive knowledge and experience in the field. We have handled high-value cases and have a track record of success, recovering over $5 billion since our firm’s founding.<\/strong>\u00a0We believe that you should not have to suffer in vain. We work hard to get you the compensation and justice you are owed.<\/p>\nHow Does Hypoxia Occur?<\/h2>\n
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