Cephalopelvic Disproportion Attorneys In Cleveland
WHAT IS CPD?
Cephalopelvic disproportion (CPD) refers to a relatively common and serious complication of labor and delivery. The baby’s head or shoulders are simply too large to pass through the mother’s pelvis. This can come about when the mother’s pelvis is too small or abnormally shaped, the baby is too large, or some combination of the two factors. If cephalopelvic disproportion is not recognized and dealt with appropriately, the mother and child can both suffer significant birth injuries.
If your child suffered CPD after a difficult delivery, The Becker Law Firm can help. Contact our Ohio CPD attorneys for a free initial consultation.
How is Cephalopelvic Disproportion Identified?
Initially, doctors will have information about the mother’s pelvis type (gynecoid, android, anthropoid, platypelloid) and size by x-ray and examination. Ultrasounds also give the obstetrician a rough idea of the baby’s head measurements.
One other factor is how the baby’s head is positioned in the pelvis—some parts of the baby’s head can mold to conform to the mother’s pelvis. Except for macrosomia (a large baby, usually measuring over 8 lbs., 13 oz.), doctors will not usually assume CPD based on the measurements alone. That is one piece of information that should be considered when deciding whether to abort vaginal delivery in favor of a cesarean section. Another risk factor for CPD is gestational diabetes.
Another indication of cephalopelvic disproportion is failure to progress. Failure to progress means that the labor does not move as quickly as it should.
Risk factors for CPD include:
- Small or abnormal pelvis
- Macrosomia (large baby)
- Large baby head measurements
- Mother with diabetes or gestational diabetes
- Post-term pregnancy
- Mother over age 35
The only correct method of treatment for cephalopelvic disproportion is a cesarean section. Attempts to deliver the baby vaginally will cause undue trauma and possibly permanent injury to the baby.
Effects of Cephalopelvic Disproportion
Cephalopelvic disproportion can cause fetal distress, prolonged labor, brain injury, brachial plexus injuries due to shoulder dystocia, and other birth injuries. When radiologists or ultrasound technicians fail to accurately gauge the baby’s girth, the delivering physician may cause injury by forcing a vaginal birth.
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Should You Contact an Ohio Cephalopelvic Disproportion Attorney?
The attorneys at The Becker Law Firm in Cleveland, Ohio have successfully represented clients in birth injury claims involving cephalopelvic disproportion. We can help you determine whether medical negligence resulted in a preventable birth injury.
We obtained a significant settlement on behalf of a family whose son suffered a traumatic brain injury because of CPD. Often, CPD is not diagnosed until the mother has labored for several hours. During labor, the mother’s pelvic bones spread, and the baby’s head molds to the shape of the mother’s pelvis. There are limits to how much the pelvis and the head can “give” without causing damage. If inadequate progress is made, the physician should consider a C-section.
Do you think your child’s injury was caused by cephalopelvic disproportion (CPD)? Contact an Ohio birth injury attorney about cephalopelvic disproportion. Our lawyers can help you determine whether negligence was involved in your case. To learn more, please contact The Becker Law Firm to arrange a free initial consultation. There is no charge and no obligation to learn if you have a potential claim for damages.
Call (440) 252-4399 our firm today. We can help you to find out whether your doctor properly reacted to CPD or whether your baby’s injuries were caused by medical mistakes.
