Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a digestive disease that affects newborns. Once the bacteria enter the body, it erodes intestinal lining so much that holes begin to form which causes risk of infection. Enfamil and Similac are cow’s milk-based baby formula brands that have been linked to increased risks of developing NEC.
Merck Manual states that NEC is the most common gastrointestinal emergency among newborn infants. According to this professional medical resource, more than 90% of NEC occurrences develop in premature infants—and in up to 8% of infants admitted to the NICU. Mayo Clinic reports that premature newborns who consume only breast milk experience a significantly lower risk of developing NEC.
As explained by the Cleveland Clinic, NEC causes a baby’s intestinal tissue to inflame, which leads to the tissue dying. This can prompt the formation of perforations in the infant’s intestine, enabling leakage of bacteria into the belly or bloodstream. Because premature infants have weaker immune systems and digestive systems, they struggle to fight off infections. Premature babies also have a diminished blood flow, and the resulting damage of oxygen not reaching the intestinal tissue can permit bacteria to enter into the belly or bloodstream.
If you were born in 1991 or later, were diagnosed with NEC, were given Enfamil or Similac baby formula, or born premature (less than 37 weeks) you may qualify for this lawsuit.
The manufacturers of Enfamil and Similac failed to cohere to proper safety standards before selling their products, resulting in their victims dealing with serious side effects or even death. Although pursuing legal action won’t take back the serious health problems associated with the baby formula, it may help you financially recover from this terrible event. Contact Techmeier Law Firm to see if you qualify for compensation.
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