C-sections as a method of delivery are on the rise in the United States. The vast majority of cesarean sections are performed on time and correctly resulting in the general health and safety of the mother and child. However in some instances negligent medical care including surgical errors during c-sections can result in serious medical emergencies and birth injuries. Common C-Section mistakes resulting in serious birth trauma to the mother and child include (1) misdiagnosis of a medical ailment which may require a timely operation including hypoxia (2) Failure to prevent post operation blood loss and internal bleeding (3) use of defective or poorly maintained surgical instruments resulting in burn injuries.
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Failure to Perform Timely C-Section:
There are numerous medical complications during the delivery process which should act as warning signs to the practicing physician obstetrician of requirement to perform a cesarean section. Common injuries resulting from that failure can be life altering and cost millions of dollars in lifetime care and rehabilitation. A list of common birth injuries is provided below.- Bracial Plexus Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Erbs Palsy
- Brain Injury to the Newborn
- Facial Paralysis
- Broken Collar Bone
- Vaginal Trauma to the mother including damage to the reproductive system