The phrase "birth asphyxia" refers to a condition where a baby does not receive enough oxygen during the process of being born. This lack of oxygen can cause various health problems for the newborn baby. Full definition
«In our new therapeutic strategy carbon dioxide levels were restored gradually after birth asphyxia and the rats had far fewer seizures. (sciencedaily.com)
«Increased risk of birth asphyxia in babies born to overweight and obese women.» (sciencedaily.com)
A birth injury attorney examines the link between human error and fatal birth asphyxia in KY.. (grayandwhitelaw.com)