Erb's palsy is most often caused by injury during childbirth. This document aware you about the causes and risk factors of Erb's Palsy. If your child suffering from Erb's Palsy due to a medical error. Call our law firm to get a free consultation from an experienced Erb's Palsy for your possible birth injury lawsuit.

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CAUSES AND RISK FACTORS OF ERB'S PALSY
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Causes of Erb’s Palsy can include:
Shoulder Dystocia: This occurs when the child’s shoulder is lodged against the
mother’s pelvic bone, creating the potential for a difficult delivery. The doctor
delivering the child needs to be trained in alleviating the problem in a timely
manner to avoid birth injuries and complications.
Breech Births: Children are typically delivered head-first; however, in some
instances, they can become misaligned in the uterus and posed to be delivered
feet first. This can put undue pressure on the child’s head, neck, and shoulders,
causing tearing and ripping of delicate nerves. Doctors should be aware of the
likelihood of a breech birth from ultrasounds taken in the weeks and days prior
to delivery. Failure to schedule a Cesarean section to reduce the risk of injury
at birth could be considered negligence on the part of the physician.
Vacuum/Forceps Delivery: Some delivery complications, including breech
births, misalignment, problems pushing naturally, prolonged labor, or
concerning vital signs in the infant require doctors to use extraction tools such
as vacuums and forceps. These tools are placed on the infant’s head or
shoulder and used to apply extra pressure to the child to attempt to dislodge
the shoulder. Doctors should be trained in the use of these tools and be able to
determine appropriate times to use them. When used improperly, vacuums and
forceps can damage the infant’s delicate skull, causing nerve damage in the
neck, shoulders, and arms.
Excessive Force: During complicated deliveries, especially those that occur
unexpectedly, doctors may become nervous that serious brain damage will
occur due to a lack of oxygen and rush to deliver the child by pulling with too
much pressure. This can cause nerve damage in the head, shoulders, and arms.