C-Section Surgical Errors Attorneys

The number of babies being born via cesarean section (c-section) grows every year. In many cases, a properly ordered c-section can save the life of a mother and prevent serious harm or trauma to the child. However, c-sections are complex medical procedures that must be carried out timely and with a reasonable standard of care. When a c-section surgical error results in injury, the negligent provider should be held accountable.

At Bailey Cowan Heckaman PLLC, our nationally-recognized legal team can help you understand your rights if you or your child suffered harm due to a c-section surgical error. Whether the injury was the result of a delayed c-section or a mistake during the surgery, we might be able to obtain compensation on your behalf. If you were a victim of cesarean-related negligence, contact our office at (888) 367-7160 to schedule a free consultation. 

How Common Are C-Sections?

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly one-third (31.8%) of all deliveries are by cesarean. The number of babies born via c-section has increased substantially over the past few decades. While cesarean deliveries are critical life-saving procedures, they are also complicated surgeries that can put both the mother and child at risk if not performed properly.

If you suffered a surgical error during your c-section, you might be entitled to compensation for your injuries or the harm to your child. It is critical to discuss your case with a qualified c-section surgical error attorney as quickly as possible to determine your legal options. An attorney can investigate your case and provide dedicated representation throughout your claim. 

What Are the Risks of a C-Section Delivery?

While common, c-sections can present a number of risks to you and your child. One of the most significant risks to your unborn child is if a c-section is delayed. The risk of birth injury increases significantly with prolonged, difficult labor. Ordering a timely c-section can help prevent injury to the fetus and ensure the delivery of a healthy baby. 

Surgical risks during a c-section include:

• Infections
• Excessive bleeding (hemorrhages)
• Blood clots
• Damage to internal organs
• Lacerations to you or your baby
• Fetal oxygen deprivation
• Nerve damage
• Fractures and broken bones

C-sections should only be performed by highly-trained physicians. In most hospitals, the surgeon performing the cesarean will be an obstetrician who has specialized training. If an obstetrician or other medical provider fails to provide a reasonable standard of care, resulting in harm to you or your child, you might be entitled to damages.

What Happens If a C-Section Is Delayed?

Throughout a woman’s pregnancy, a doctor must provide adequate prenatal care and fetal monitoring. Ultrasounds performed near a due date can give an indication if the fetus is in breech presentation or is too large for a vaginal delivery. Ordering a timely c-section can help prevent harm to the mother and child.

During labor and delivery, medical providers should constantly be monitoring for fetal distress. If labor becomes prolonged or there are warning signs that something is wrong, a c-section can help avoid birth trauma. Birth injuries may include brain damage, seizures, developmental delays, and other physical or mental disabilities.

Failure to diagnose and treat a condition (such as ordering a c-section if the fetus shows signs of distress) might be considered medical malpractice. A c-section surgical error attorney can review your claim to determine whether you should pursue compensation against a negligent provider. 

What Should I Do If There Was a C-Section Surgical Error?

If you believe that you were injured because of a c-section surgical error or delayed c-section, you need to act quickly. You might be entitled to compensation through a medical malpractice claim, but you only have a limited amount of time to file a lawsuit. Hiring an attorney as early in the process as possible can help ensure that you receive the largest recovery possible in your case. 

Whether you or your child was injured during the c-section, you should keep detailed documentation about what procedures were performed and who performed them. Bring a copy of your medical records to the meeting with your attorney and write down everything that occurred before, during, and after the delivery. The more information you provide, the better. It is important to remember, it is never too early to consult with an attorney, but it can be too late.

Contact a C-Section Surgical Error Attorney Today

Were you or your infant harmed by a c-section surgical error? If your injury was preventable, caused by negligence or malpractice, you might be entitled to compensation. Contact our office today at (888) 367-7160 to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with a c-section surgical error attorney. 

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