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What Is a Birth Injury?
Birth injury is damage that occurs as a result of physical pressure during the birthing process, usually during transit through the birth canal. Many newborns have minor injuries during birth. Infrequently, nerves are damaged or bones are broken.
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Some Common Examples Mistakes or errors made by healthcare professionals
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Delaying or failing to recognize the need for a Caesarean Section Failing to detect an umbilical cord wrapped around the unborn child’s neck Failing to attach enough significance to signs and symptoms of fetal distress Failing to refer a woman with a high-risk pregnancy to a specialist Failing to take necessary steps to avoid premature delivery Failure to take appropriate precautions upon signs of oxygen deprivation to the fetus
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