Rocky River Medical Malpractice Blog
New research brings positive news for birth-related brain damage
A new research study describes an innovative blood test that could significantly improve the diagnosis and treatment of infant brain damage. As published in the August 2020 issue of the journal Scientific Reports, the scientists from Imperial College London found that...
Are birth injuries decreasing?
Birth injuries present a number of serious concerns for mothers, newborns, fathers and other family members. From physical pain and financial hardships to the loss of life, there are many ways in which these injuries turn lives upside down. Moreover, it is important...
What happens when a surgical instrument is left behind?
Surgical errors in Ohio and across the United States occur more often than you may care to think about. Although the surgical staff in the operating room are highly trained medical professionals, they are human and can make mistakes as well. According to John...
What is cancer overdiagnosis?
When a cancer diagnosis occurs, it is a very serious situation that often requires quick action to begin treatment. While doctors aim to try to diagnosis cancer as early as possible, sometimes an early diagnosis is more harmful than helpful. In most cases, finding...
What are the risk factors for cerebral palsy?
Brain damage that affects the fetus during pregnancy or birth can result in cerebral palsy. While any infant can develop this condition because of a birth injury, some children have a higher risk for cerebral palsy than others. Explore the factors that increase an...
4 Ways to ensure your doctor listens to you
Many people are stunned to discover that medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the United States. Medical malpractice can happen for various reasons, including failing to diagnose an illness or condition or misdiagnosis. If you feel as though your...
The possible long-term effects of Erb’s palsy
If complications arise during childbirth, the obstetrician may decide to use forceps or other tools to assist with delivery. While often necessary, forceps births can cause their own problems. Twisting or moving the baby in the womb can cause damage to the brachial...
What is the value of a second opinion?
When visiting a doctor in Ohio, be it a general practitioner or specialist, the chance exists someone may hear bad news. Unhappy with a diagnosis and prognosis for care, some patients may want a second opinion. Seeking out another doctor's assessment might not be a...
Maternal death and pregnancy-related death devastates lives
Every year, women in Ohio and across the country die from maternal death and pregnancy-related death. Black women and Native American women 30 years of age and older died at rates of up to five times higher than white women. When someone uses the term "maternal...
Adult references for thyroid could lead misdiagnosis in teens
According to findings from a longitudinal analysis published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, thyroid function is substantially different for adolescents and adults. Therefore, the use of adult reference ranges for thyroid function could lead...
