A brachial plexus injury occurs when the network of nerves controlling the arm and hand is damaged. This network, known as the brachial plexus, is located at the base of the neck and is responsible for transmitting signals from the spinal cord to the arm. During childbirth, the brachial plexus can be injured, usually due…
Shoulder dystocia and Erb’s Palsy are serious birth injuries that can occur during childbirth, often leading to lifelong physical challenges for the infant. Shoulder dystocia happens when one or both of the baby’s shoulders become stuck behind the mother’s pubic bone, making it difficult for the baby to be delivered. This complication can put pressure…
Birth injuries are physical harm or trauma suffered by a baby during labor, delivery, or immediately after birth. These injuries can occur due to natural complications, but they are often linked to medical negligence or errors. Common causes include improper use of medical equipment, failure to monitor the baby’s vital signs, delayed C-sections, or failure…
Shoulder dystocia is a serious birth injury that can lead to damage to the infant’s brachial plexus. When you are delivering vaginally, particularly with a larger baby over eight pounds, one of the things the doctor should be focused on during delivery is making sure that the shoulders pass through the vaginal canal. Occasionally, one…