Obstetric Negligence
Obstetrics is a high-risk area where medical decisions must strictly comply with the lex artis to protect both mother and baby. Not every unfavorable birth outcome implies negligence.
Pregnancy and childbirth require adequate monitoring of fetal and maternal well-being, correct interpretation of tracings and proportional response to signs of distress. Lex artis is reflected in protocols for monitoring, induction, instrumental delivery and cesarean section decisions.
Possible negligence is assessed case by case: unjustified delays in indicating emergency cesarean section, inappropriate use of forceps or vacuum, failure to act on signs of fetal hypoxia or deficiencies in postpartum care for the mother.
Sequelae may affect the newborn (cerebral palsy, brachial plexus injuries, neonatal hypoxia) or the mother (severe unrepaired tears, hemorrhage, functional sequelae), but compensation requires evidence of deviation from lex artis and a clear causal link.
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By a detailed review of the obstetric history, fetal monitoring records, timing of interventions and decisions taken. The expert analyzes whether protocols were followed and whether there were delays or inappropriate maneuvers explaining the damage.
In many systems, limitation periods for damage to minors start from their reaching the age of majority, but it is advisable to begin expert assessment as early as possible to preserve documentation and evidence.
Yes. The mother may claim independently for physical and psychological damage suffered during childbirth or postpartum, provided it is shown to result from conduct contrary to lex artis.
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