Prenatal Intravenous Magnesium Fails to Reduce Cerebral Palsy Risks, Study Finds
A new study finds giving magnesium to women late in their pregnancy does not appear to help prevent cerebral palsy.
Tag Archives: Cerebral Palsy
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Most OB/GYNs Face Malpractice Lawsuits During their Medical Career: Study
Ob/Gyns face a higher risk of medical malpractice lawsuits due to the nature of their profession, in which mistakes can lead to not only injuries for the woman, but birth…
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Cerebral Palsy Risk Increases With Severity of Maternal Injury: Study
A new study finds that maternal injuries during pregnancy can significantly increase the unborn child's risk of cerebral palsy.
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Even Mild Preterm Brain Injuries Increase Risks of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Disorders: Study
A new study links even mild brain injuries in preterm children to an increased risk of cerebral palsy and other developmental problems later in life.
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Enbrel Use Shortly After Birth Could Be Effective Cerebral Palsy Treatment: Study
A new study suggests early use of Enbrel could reduce brain inflammation in preterm infants, potentially reducing or preventing the development of cerebral palsy.
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Necrotizing Enterocolitis Lawsuit Filed Against Enfamil, Similac Manufacturers
A mother's necrotizing enterocolitis lawsuit claims feeding Similac and Enfamil to her premature daughter led to NEC, cerebral palsy and a failure to thrive.
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Quarter of Children with Cerebral Palsy May Have Genetic Conditions Underlying, According to New Study
A new study identifies a genetic component which could account for more than a quarter of cerebral palsy cases.
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Magnesium Sulfate Could Prevent Cerebral Palsy In Very Preterm Infants: Study
Magnesium sulfate treatments have the potential to prevent many cases of cerebral palsy, according to the findings of a new study.
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Cerebral Palsy Patients Face Higher Risk of Surgical Complications: Study
A new study finds patients with cerebral palsy are more likely to suffer surgical complications and longer hospital stays; most likely due to their more complex medical condition.
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Maryland Birth Injury Verdict of $205M Overturned By Appeals Court
A Maryland Court has overturned a $205 million birth injury verdict for a mother whose child was born with cerebral palsy, indicating she failed to follow medical advice.
