The law office of Glenn L. Goodhart, M.D., J.D. serves clients, in Atlanta and surrounding areas, seeking litigation of Georgia birth injury/neonatal malpractice, including complications as a result of Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension (PPHN).
A serious condition, Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn (PPHN) is reportedly linked to drug side effects from use of Paxil and other SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) antidepressants during pregnancy. Some non-SSRI antidepressants, such as Wellbutrin are alleged to increase the risk of PPHN in newborns, as well.
Atlanta Birth Injury Attorney
A child born with PPHN suffers from high blood pressure to the lungs, which reduces the amount of oxygen that gets into the bloodstream. Prompt diagnosis and attentive monitoring are essential. PPHN can lead to seizure, stroke, multiple organ damage, brain hemorrhage, heart failure and even death if not treated properly. Long-term effects, including cerebral palsy, neurological and pulmonary (lung) disorders, can place undue stress on the family.
Catastrophic personal/birth injury cases require a strong balance of legal and medical knowledge. Atlanta medical malpractice attorney Glenn L. Goodhart, M.D., J.D., has both, including years of experience in both fields. This makes him uniquely qualified to analyze your case from both points of view, evaluate the validity of your claim and explain your options to you in a clear, concise manner.
A lawyer experienced in birth injury litigation in Atlanta, Georgia, Glenn L. Goodhart, M.D., J.D., can help you understand your rights by establishing what labor/delivery error happened and why, what should have happened, who is at fault and how you are best compensated for the loss you and your family experienced due to the negligence of others.
Atlanta Products Liability Lawyer
If you or a loved one has taken any of the following drugs during pregnancy and your child has PPHN, call us at 888-551-3129 today.
Paxil, Pexeva, Zoloft, Prozac, Celexa, Lexapro, Cipralex, Seroplex, Luvox, Effexor, Serotonin Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant, Wellbutrin, or Remeron.
