Yes — in some cases, you can sue your doctor for misdiagnosis. Underlying health conditions or illnesses can cause birth injuries without proper diagnosis and treatment.
Birth injuries may stem from misdiagnosing the following conditions:
Hypoxia: A lack of oxygen to the baby’s brain during delivery, resulting in brain injury
Infant Hematoma: The baby’s brain bleeds and causes brain damage
Newborn Jaundice: Buildup of cell waste poisons the baby’s brain
A simple misdiagnosis on the part of doctors can cause long-term or permanent damage to a baby’s health. If doctors fail to avoid life-threatening mistakes, you may be able to hold them accountable through a birth injury lawsuit.