Erb’s Palsy is a birth injury that can occur during delivery when the nerves connecting the baby’s shoulder, arm and hand are damaged. It results in loss of muscle function in the arm and shoulder that can be lifelong in some cases. The brachial plexus is the...
Preeclampsia, also known as toxemia, is a condition that can develop during pregnancy. It is a pre-cursor to eclampsia, which is a life-threatening condition characterized by seizures and loss of consciousness. Preeclampsia warns of the possible development of...
Cesarean section is surgical delivery of a baby through the mother’s abdomen when vaginal delivery becomes impossible or dangerous to mother or baby. Historically, a cesarean section was used only as a last resort to save a baby. These days, they are becoming more and...
The brain is a complex organ that controls every system and process in our body. Because of this, brain injuries are some of the most devastating traumatic injuries a person can experience. The effects can be far reaching throughout the body. Brain injuries sustained...
High-risk pregnancies occur when the mother or baby has a higher-than-normal chance of a negative outcome following pregnancy or delivery. There are many conditions that can cause a pregnancy to be labeled “high-risk,” such as: • ...
