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What Is Herpes Meningoencephalitis?

When left untreated, HSV meningoencephalitis can be fatal. Doctors are responsible for doing all they can to prevent newborns from developing this infection.

Dec 1, 2023

What Are the Different Types of Cerebral Palsy?

Cerebral palsy comes in many forms, depending on the areas of the brain that have been damaged, the number of limbs affected, and the types of body movements involved.

Nov 29, 2023

Why Are Preterm Infants Often Sent To A Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)?

Premature birth is the most common reason babies are sent to the NICU. Unfortunately, mistakes can happen there that result in further complications.

Nov 22, 2023

What Are The Symptoms Of Hyperkalemia?

High potassium levels in the body can become life-threatening if not identified and treated properly.

Nov 15, 2023

Did A Botched Surgery Cause Disfigurement?

If a botched surgery results in disfigurement as a result of negligence, the surgeon should compensate the patient for the harm they’ve caused.

Nov 9, 2023

The Complications Of Herpes Meningoencephalitis In Babies

Herpes meningoencephalitis occurs when a herpes infection affects the brain and its covering. For a newborn, this can lead to serious injury or death.

Nov 2, 2023

How Often Do Organ Transplant Errors Occur?

When an error occurs before, during, or after an organ transplant, it can cause catastrophic injury or death for the patient.

Oct 26, 2023

What To Expect When Your Baby Is In A NICU?

Neonatal intensive care units are designed to treat the smallest and most fragile patients. Unfortunately, medical malpractice happens far too often in the NICU

Oct 19, 2023

What’s The Difference Between Nodular And Ocular Melanoma?

Melanoma is the most serious form of skin cancer, and nodular and ocular melanomas can be particularly difficult to identify in the all-important early stages when treatment is most successful.

Oct 12, 2023

Complications From A Fetal Scalp Electrode Can Be Malpractice

While generally safe, fetal scalp electrodes have been known to cause serious complications.

Oct 3, 2023

When Is A Coronary Stent Implant Error Malpractice?

Coronary stent implant procedures are commonly performed but still come with risks. If doctors make mistakes, it can result in life-threatening consequences.

Sep 28, 2023

Is A Biophysical Profile Different From a Non-Stress Test?

When the health of an unborn child is in question, tests like a biophysical profile and a non-stress test are invaluable tools for determining if further action is needed.

Sep 21, 2023

Can I Sue For Disfigurement From An Accident?

Disfigurement due to someone else’s negligence can be severe and permanent. Victims deserve compensation for their physical and emotional injuries.

Sep 14, 2023

What Questions Should You Ask Before Hiring A Pennsylvania Litigator?

If you think you need a litigator, here's what you should ask before hiring one.

Sep 12, 2023

Mismanaged Hyperkalemia: Is It Medical Malpractice?

High potassium levels in the blood can affect the way the heart beats. And in severe cases, it can be a life-threatening condition if left untreated.

Sep 8, 2023

Tracheostomies: Understanding Why Your Infant Needs A Breathing Tube

If your infant needs a tracheostomy, a tube that helps them breathe, it could be from medical malpractice. 

Sep 7, 2023

How To Cope With Your Spouse’s Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic brain injury is challenging for spouses of the injured. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to help you cope.

Sep 1, 2023

Long-Term Consequences of Excessive Bleeding in Delivery

Excessive bleeding during the process of labor and delivery can be serious, having long-lasting consequences, both for mother and for her baby.

Aug 31, 2023

How Does Cerebral Palsy Affect Language Development And Speech?

Cerebral palsy often affects the speech and language development of children with the condition, making communication and daily life difficult.  

Aug 22, 2023

Dental Practices Can Be Charged With Healthcare Fraud

Federal investigators alleged dentists have billed publicly-funded programs for procedures that were never performed and other instances of fraud.

Aug 16, 2023