Birth injuries
Birth Injuries
Birth injuries (/bɜːrθ ˈɪndʒəriːz/), also known as birth trauma, refer to the physical injuries that a newborn may sustain during the process of childbirth. The term is often used to describe both injuries that occur naturally due to the birthing process and those that are caused by medical malpractice.
Etymology
The term "birth injuries" is derived from the English words "birth" (/bɜːrθ/), meaning the emergence of a baby from the womb, and "injury" (/ˈɪndʒəri/), meaning harm or damage.
Types of Birth Injuries
There are several types of birth injuries, including:
- Brachial Plexus Injuries: These injuries occur when the nerves in the baby's upper spine are damaged, often leading to weakness or paralysis in the arm.
- Cerebral Palsy: This is a group of disorders that affect a person's ability to move and maintain balance and posture. It is often caused by brain damage that occurs before or during a baby's birth, or during the first 3 to 5 years of a child's life.
- Perinatal Asphyxia: This condition occurs when a baby doesn't get enough oxygen before, during, or just after birth, which can lead to long-term neurological and cognitive impairments.
Causes
Birth injuries can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Prolonged Labor: This is when labor lasts for too long, which can put stress on the baby and potentially lead to injuries.
- Medical Malpractice: This includes errors made by healthcare professionals during childbirth, such as improper use of medical tools or failure to monitor the baby's condition.
Prevention
Preventing birth injuries often involves careful monitoring of the mother and baby during pregnancy and childbirth. This can include regular prenatal checkups, proper use of medical tools during delivery, and immediate medical attention for the baby after birth.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Birth injuries
- Wikipedia's article - Birth injuries
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