Four Maternal Risk Factors That Can Lead To Birth Injuries
There are several risk factors among expecting mothers that increase the chance of a difficult delivery and birth injuries. It’s important for women and their healthcare professionals to be aware of these factors to avoid preventable birth injuries. Here are some of the most common risk factors:
Failure to Monitor Risk Factors is Negligence
Malpractice or negligence in a medical setting means the doctor or other medical professional acted in a way that breached their duty of care (i.e. the doctor failed to follow or deviated from standard procedures meant to keep patients safe). For women with risk factors, avoiding a preventable birth injury can be dependent on how the physician handles the delivery, and whether they monitor the situation properly.If you suspect negligence in a birth injury situation, get in touch with a Baltimore medical malpractice lawyer,(410) 547-0202for a free case evaluation.