An estimated two to six percent of pregnant mothers in Texas experience HELLP syndrome during their pregnancy. The condition is believed to be related to preeclampsia and can be dangerous for both the mom and the unborn baby. The condition causes the red blood cells...
Month: December 2018
Hospitals’ responsibility for birth injuries
Birth injuries can be devastating and traumatic to Texas parents and children, especially when they were caused by the actions of negligent doctors, nurses and other health care professionals. When children are injured at birth by medical professionals, there is a...
Shoulder dystocia during birth can cause serious problems
You and your baby could face serious injury if shoulder dystocia complicates the birth. Repercussions could be long-lasting, especially for the infant, unless your medical team takes immediate steps to provide proper treatment. What happens During birth, your baby’s...
Doctors have duty to monitor pregnant women for preeclampsia
Prenatal care for pregnant women in Texas includes regular blood pressure monitoring. Persistently elevated blood pressure, as indicated by two readings above 140/90 taken at least four hours apart, is a warning sign for preeclampsia. This condition could result in...
What to watch for during a forceps delivery
Babies who are delivered with the assistance of forceps may experience minor injuries. Typically, these injuries involve bruises or marks around the head, and a baby could be scratched by the device as well. Mothers in Texas and elsewhere could also be injured if...