• Cerebral Palsy
• Erb’s Palsy
• Klumpke’s Palsy
• Brachial Plexus
• Brain Damage
• Fractured Extremeties
• Infant Paralysis
• Facial Paralysis
• Caput Succedaneum
• Cephalohematoma
• Bruising/Forecep Marks
• Sub-conjunctival Hemorrhage

Not all births go the way that they are intended. Complex births may require the doctors to use tools to assist with the delivery. This may result in the appearance of bruising and forceps marks. Due to complications that can develop during the birthing procedure, bruising and forceps marks are sometimes visible. Failing to administer adequate treatment can heighten present risk factors.

Bruising and forceps marks are a customary birth injury. The improvement of obstetrical treatment, however, has diminished the risks of suffering birth injuries such as bruising and forceps marks, as well as other potentially lasting conditions. There had been evidence in the past that the use of forceps for delivery was associated to an escalation in infant death. In addition, the way that forceps were used had harmful effects on both the mother and the baby in some instances.

In critical instances, bruising and forceps marks can cause an infant to suffer depressed skull fractures. If this occurs, surgical measures may be necessary in order to repair the shape of the skull. Seemingly slight birth injuries left untreated can sometimes mask a bigger underlying problem. It is always recommended that you consult with a lawyer if bruising and forceps marks are present. While most of medical professionals are committed to safe medical care, mistakes do occur. Lawyers that specialize in birth injury and medical cases can use their qualified and skilled professionals in order to completely evaluate if the bruising and forceps marks were preventable.

If your child suffers from these symptoms or has been diagnosed with bruising or forceps marks, you should immediately speak to an experienced Melbourne birth injury lawyer. Click here for help.