Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in Minnesota
Did doctor cause Cerebral Palsy in infant
Mom was into doctor to try and turn baby into right position to deliver didnt work. Doctor decided to do c- section later in week. Gave mom an ultrasound before she left sent her home and said everything was fine. mom went shopping and hospital called while she was gone, when she got home she called them back and they said the baby was under stress and they needed to do an emergency c section but it was to late that nite so she was to come in at 4 in the morning to have it done. she went in andthey did itsomething was wrong they had to work on him for 45 minutes to get nim stable enough on the ventilator to fly him out to another hospital. did they cause him to get Cerebral Palsy buy waiting to do the c section?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Did doctor cause Cerebral Palsy in infant
Without reviewing the medical records it would be impossible to tell if the physicians were in error. However, at first blush, given what you've described, it certainly sounds like a prudent thing to do would be to investigate and evaluate the care rendered. Our firm handles these cases frequently throughout the country and we would welcome the opportunity to discuss this matter with you.
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Re: Did doctor cause Cerebral Palsy in infant
I agree with Mr. Dewitt. You need to at least talk to a malpractice attorney and possibly have the case reviewed.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.
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