Can a Forceps Delivery Cause Problems?
While Using Forceps Is Considered a Safe Procedure, Forceps Can Cause Brain Damage During Delivery. One of the Most Common and Severe Injuries Is Cerebral...
While using forceps is considered a safe procedure, forceps can cause brain damage during delivery. One of the most common and severe injuries is cerebral palsy. This disorder can affect the movement, balance, and muscle tone of the baby.
What are the risks of forceps delivery?
- Pain in the perineum — the tissue between your vagina and your anus — after delivery.
- Lower genital tract tears.
- Difficulty urinating or emptying your bladder.
- Short-term or long-term urinary or fecal incontinence (involuntary urination or defecation) if a severe tear occurs.
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Can using forceps during delivery cause brain damage?
When used according to standards of care, forceps can generally help deliver babies quickly and unharmed. If used improperly, however, damage can be extensive and permanent, causing birth injuries such as brain bleeds, cerebral palsy, and developmental delays.
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