A serious type of birth injury known as hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), occurs when the oxygen supply to the baby’s brain is cut off, which can cause damage. Brain injuries from HIE can happen during pregnancy and delivery, and they can be mild and temporary or severe and permanent. In some cases, HIE will result in […]
Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) is a serious birth injury that can have permanent and devastating consequences. HIE can develop when an infant’s blood flow and oxygen supply to the brain are cut off for a prolonged period, resulting in damage to the brain. If HIE is not promptly identified and treated, children might suffer lifelong disabilities, […]
Brain injuries caused by a disruption in the oxygen supply to the brain can result in severe injuries and permanent disabilities. However, some children who suffer hypoxic brain injuries can recover or experience reduced symptoms if they are properly treated by doctors to minimize the damage. Here is what you need to know about the […]
Expecting parents often worry about their infants and hope that everything goes well during and after birth. While the rate of birth injuries is low, they still sometimes occur. Tens of thousands of infants suffer from preventable birth injuries every year. In some cases, these injuries result because of the negligence of doctors and other […]
Right after a baby is born, the doctors perform an assessment to determine the infant’s APGAR score. This score helps doctors to assess the conditions of babies and identify any potential problems. If you learn that your baby received a low score, you might not understand what it means. Here is some information about APGAR […]