Securing Compensation for Pre-eclampsia: A Comprehensive Guide

Sara Westwood, Partner, Head of Dispute Resolution, and Medical Negligence Expert at Hatch Brenner Solicitors in Norwich

What is Pre-eclampsia?

Pre-eclampsia is a serious condition affecting some pregnant women, typically during the second half of pregnancy or shortly after delivery. Early indicators include high blood pressure (hypertension) and protein in the urine, which should be detected during routine antenatal appointments. Pre-eclampsia impacts up to 6% of all pregnancies in the UK*.

According to NICE guidelines, there are specific procedures for screening infections and other clinical conditions during pregnancy. Unfortunately, when these procedures are not properly followed, both mother and baby can suffer significant harm.

Symptoms of Pre-eclampsia

The exact cause of pre-eclampsia is unknown, and there is currently no cure other than delivering the baby. In cases of mild pre-eclampsia, the condition is closely monitored until it is safe to deliver.

Can I Make a Claim for Pre-eclampsia?

There are several scenarios where medical negligence claims may arise due to pre-eclampsia. You may be entitled to pre-eclampsia compensation if:

• There was a failure to diagnose pre-eclampsia.
• There was a failure to provide appropriate treatment once pre-eclampsia was diagnosed.
• There was a failure to monitor the mother and baby appropriately.
• There was a failure to follow up on symptoms or warning signs during antenatal appointments.

When pursuing pre-eclampsia claims, it is crucial to seek advice from a medical negligence solicitor experienced in birth injury and pregnancy complications claims.

If you or your baby have suffered due to complications arising from pre-eclampsia, our experienced personal injury claims solicitors are here to help. With expertise in handling medical negligence cases, including birth injuries and pregnancy-related claims, we are committed to securing the compensation you deserve. At Hatch Brenner, we provide compassionate and professional guidance throughout your claim, ensuring your rights are protected every step of the way.

Understanding whether you have grounds for a personal injury claim due to complications from pre-eclampsia starts with the right legal support. At Hatch Brenner Solicitors, we have extensive experience supporting families through medical negligence claims involving maternal and neonatal care. Our team will carefully review your medical history and treatment to establish if a breach of duty led to avoidable harm for you or your baby.

Contact us today at Hatch Brenner Solicitors on 01603 660 811 or email sarawestwood@hatchbrenner.co.uk.

*Source: www.tommys.org

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