Philadelphia Forceps Injury Lawyer
Forceps or similar instruments have been used to assist difficult deliveries for centuries. They can be very useful in situations where prolonging labor would hurt the mother or child. However, their effectiveness depends largely on the experience and skill of the person using them. If they are used incorrectly or in the wrong situation, they can do more harm than good.
If you or your child has been injured during a forceps delivery, Philadelphia forceps injury attorneys Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., may be able to help. To learn more, contact our office at 215-238-1130.
Contraindications to Forceps Deliveries
There are certain signs that forceps should not be used in a particular birth. These signs are called contraindications to forceps. A few examples include:
- Uncertainty about the position of the infant’s head
- Inadequate tools, staff, or anesthesia
- Cervix not fully dilated
- The mother’s anatomy does not allow it
- The mother does not consent to the procedure
A medical worker who performs a forceps delivery despite knowing about these conditions may be liable for any injuries he or she causes. Experienced Philadelphia forceps injury lawyers Lowenthal & Abrams can provide you with more information about the law and medical liability.
Complications Following Forceps Deliveries
A mother and her infant can experience many potential complications after a forceps delivery, especially if it was poorly conducted. The main risk to mothers is laceration, which can lead to severe pain, hemorrhaging, and nerve damage.
Injuries from forceps that infants may suffer include:
- Bruising and lacerations
- Facial nerve damage
- Skull fracture
- Spinal injury
- Brain hemorrhaging
- Shoulder dislocation
- Bone fractures
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If your child has suffered from birth injuries caused by forceps, contact Philadelphia forceps injury lawyers Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 215-238-1130.