Newborn injuries, also known as birth injuries, encompass various physical harms a baby might sustain during labor and delivery. These incidents can range from...
A newborn injury, or birth injury, refers to any physical harm or trauma sustained by a baby during the birthing process, often due to complications or medical interventions.
Common types include brachial plexus injuries (like Erb's palsy), cerebral palsy, fractured bones, cephalohematoma, skull fractures, and injuries related to oxygen deprivation.
Causes can range from difficult labor, baby's size or position, improper use of delivery instruments, to medical negligence such as inadequate monitoring or delayed interventions.
While not all birth injuries are preventable, many can be avoided with proper prenatal care, diligent monitoring during labor, and skilled medical management by healthcare providers.