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ERB'S PALSY
BRACHIAL PLEXUS INJURY
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A brachial plexus injury, or "BPI", is an injury to the large group
of nerves known as the brachial plexus. These nerves run from the
spinal column to all of the muscles in the shoulders and arms. Children
born with BPI may suffer with partial or total paralysis of these
parts of the body. BPI is commonly associated with a problematic
birth. A common cause of BPI is shoulder dystocia. Shoulder dystocia
refers to the lodging of one or both of the baby's shoulders behind
the mothers pubic bone during birth. In most cases, where a baby
is too large for vaginal delivery, this situation can be avoided
by delivering the baby by cesarean section. If a doctor delivers
the baby vaginally by using too much force, or by using extraordinary
measures, stretching or tearing of the nerves may result. A child
with BPI may need prolonged therapy, or surgery. The nerve injury
can cause a deformity of the arm. Parents are often left with the
incorrect impression that their child simply has a birth defect
that could not have been prevented. Parents who have a child suffering
with BPI should call us.
If a medical mistake was made, you may have a valid claim and
be entitled to compensation for your child's injuries.
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