However, researchers have estimated that this type of approach is extremely expensive and that it would take thousands of unnecessary Cesareans to prevent one case of
permanent brachial plexus palsy.
In order to prevent one
permanent brachial plexus palsy in babies suspected to be over 8 lbs., 13 oz., 2,345 women would have unnecessary Cesareans at a cost of $ 4.9 million dollars per injury prevented (costs were estimated using year 1995 dollars).
Not exact matches
Bad outcomes for babies are death and
permanent brain damage or other disability such as a
brachial plexus injury sustained during a difficult vaginal delivery.
In the unfortunate event that a baby suffers
permanent injuries, such as a
brachial plexus injury, you can seek compensation to account for their ongoing and future medical care needs.
Some
brachial plexus injuries can cause longer lasting problems, including stiff joints, chronic pain, numbness, degenerate muscles and
permanent weakness or paralysis.
Although
brachial plexus injury has a high rate of recovery, actions need to be taken immediately after the injury is sustained to make sure no
permanent damage is caused.