Childbirth Injuries to Mother
During childbirth, an obstetrician has a responsibility to make the right calls. They must mitigate any complications that could compromise their patient’s health. This responsibility includes managing risk, providing acceptable care, and ultimately reducing harm to the child and the mother. Many people do not realize that birth has the potential for preventable harm.
The unfair reality is that things don’t always go as expected during birth. Complications to the baby or mother can turn the birth experience into a waking nightmare. Sometimes negligent doctors, midwives, or nurses can cause unnecessary injury , and they should be held responsible for their oversight.
If you — or a loved one — were injured during birth due to a medical professional’s negligence, you owe it to yourself to contact a birth injury attorney as soon as possible. The sooner you get the ball rolling on your birth injury claim, the better chance you have of recovering justice. These situations often have legal time limits that can cause you to forfeit your claim.
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Types of Birth Injuries to Mother
In the event of health complications concerning the mother, such as excessive bleeding, fetal distress, umbilical cord entrapment, or a larger birth than expected, doctors must respond quickly and appropriately. The hospital staff is trained and experienced in various emergency procedures in the event that dangers arise during labor. Should medical professionals fail to recognize the dangers or begin the right procedures, serious injury or even death may result.
Often, doctors will be called on to make the right decisions at a moment’s notice in the midst of labor in order to prevent further complications from arising. Failure to order or a delay in ordering a cesarean section (C-section) can endanger both mother and child. Additionally, the misuse of vacuum extractors or forceps during delivery can cause serious injuries, even though these tools are meant to aid in the birthing process. However, not every bad outcome constitutes medical malpractice.
Some of the most common birth injuries a mother may experience include:
Injuries to the Perineal Area
The perineal area is the area between the vagina and anus. Tears or cuts to the area can cause nerve damage and hemorrhoids. Over 80% of women experience perineal trauma during vaginal birth. Nerve damage can lead to a painful condition called pudendal neuralgia.
Injuries to the Pelvic Floor
The pelvis floor is a term for the muscle group inside the pelvis that keeps the bowel, bladder, and uterus in place. 50% of all women experience permanent changes to their pelvic floor after vaginal birth. Injuries can be the result of tearing or stretching. Significant damage can cause the pelvis muscles and organs to collapse into the vagina and lead to bowel and bladder problems.
Emotional or Psychological Distress
Throughout all stages of pregnancy and after birth, many mothers undergo psychological or emotional distress. These feelings are common and recognized as a type of birth trauma. Although every person needs different intervention levels, treatment and support groups can help cope with these feelings.
Infection and Adverse Drug Reactions
Infection can occur at any point during the birth process. Conditions like chorioamnionitis, endometritis, myometritis, parametritis can cause harrowing symptoms to the mother and child. Additionally, adverse drug reactions can multiply the potential for health complications.
Trust the Experienced Birth Injury Attorneys At Farah & Farah With Your Case
Welcoming a new member of your family should be a celebration. When negligent medical professionals risk your health, they should be held responsible for their oversight. Getting the justice you deserve requires hiring an attorney experienced with winning birth injury attorneys. It is crucial to get started as soon as possible as there are time limits on filing your claim.
The attorneys at Farah & Farah have a proven track record of delivering results for their clients. If your family has been affected by medical negligence, you must do everything you can to balance the scales. Contact Farah & Farah now for your free, no-obligation consultation.
