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Ohio Personal Injury Lawyers Pursue Justice for Untreated Fetal Heart Rate Abnormalities

Turn to us for help when your doctor has failed

Undiagnosed fetal conditions are far too common, especially given today’s specialized medical training and advanced technology. Unfortunately, undiagnosed conditions, including fetal heart abnormalities, persist. The Ohio medical malpractice lawyers at The Eisen Law Firm are committed to helping parents obtain justice for injuries resulting from undiagnosed or mistreated fetal conditions such as fetal arrhythmia, or heart rate abnormalities.

What is fetal arrhythmia?

Fetal arrhythmia is the medical term for any abnormal heart rate experienced by a fetus within the womb.

The two main types of abnormal heart rate, or fetal arrhythmia, include:

In many cases, fetal arrhythmia is a non-life threatening condition. If the condition persists, however, there may exist some danger to the fetus. Medical providers are trained to track fetal arrhythmia and take action in the event of a potential issue.

What happens if a doctor fails to identify a potential issue relating to fetal arrhythmia?

Persistent fetal arrhythmia may present a hazard to the fetus or the mother, making it important for medical providers to identify the condition and take action as quickly as possible. Upon identifying a potential issue, a doctor may prescribe medication or order increased tests to monitor the situation.

Failure to do so may lead to serious consequences, including:

Despite the rarity of these consequences, it is vital for doctors to maintain constant awareness of any and all forms of fetal arrhythmia. Failure to do so may result in avoidable and tragic consequences.

If you feel that your doctor has failed to diagnose or take action on a fetal arrhythmia concern, and injuries have resulted, you may have legal options. Should your doctor’s negligence be directly responsible for the injuries or losses, you have the right to pursue compensation for all losses, including:

To learn more about the compensation to which you are entitled and your legal options for pursuing justice, speak to an experienced Ohio personal injury lawyer.

Compassionate advice for families of undiagnosed fetal arrhythmia victims in Ohio

Injuries or losses resulting from undiagnosed fetal arrhythmia are tragic and often avoidable. The Ohio medical malpractice attorneys at The Eisen Law Firm offer the personalized advice you need to understand your legal options and hold medical providers accountable for their negligence. Contact us today by phone at 216-687-0900 or online for a free consultation and case review.