| Klumpke's palsy is a rare injury that paralyzes the hand muscles and finger flexors. This condition occurs when nerves in the lower brachial plexus (the nerves which lead to the lower arm) are injured. Brachial plexus injury usually occurs when a fetus experiences shoulder dystocia during the birth process. Due to the nature of brachial plexus injuries and the location of the nerves involved, it is extremely rare to have an isolated case of Klumpke's palsy. Usually Klumpke's palsy will coincide with Erb's palsy, an injury referred to as complete or global brachial plexus palsy. To learn more about Klumpke's palsy, contact our law firm today. If you suspect that your child's injury is due to medical malpractice on behalf of the attending physician, it is important to keep some things in mind. Doctors and delivery room medical staff are keenly aware of the possibility that birth complications like shoulder dystocia may result in brachial plexus injury and Klumpke's palsy. In the interests of self-protection, physicians may not document shoulder dystocia, particularly if an injury is not immediately evident. Even if notes are made, they may not mention what steps were taken to resolve the situation. Obstetricians are eager to avoid medical malpractice claims, and their insurance providers make money by denying claims. It is therefore in your best interests to hire an attorney that has experience in this field of law, and knows how to pursue your case to the fullest extent. If you suspect that your child's injury is due to medical malpractice on behalf of the attending physician, it is important to keep some things in mind. Doctors and delivery room medical staff are keenly aware of the possibility that birth complications like shoulder dystocia may result in brachial plexus injury and Klumpke's palsy. In the interests of self-protection, physicians may not document shoulder dystocia, particularly if an injury is not immediately evident. Even if notes are made, they may not mention what steps were taken to resolve the situation. Obstetricians are eager to avoid medical malpractice claims, and their insurance providers make money by denying claims. It is therefore in your best interests to hire an attorney that has experience in this field of law, and knows how to pursue your case to the fullest extent.
If you believe your child has Klumpke's palsy, contact our law firm today. We can determine if the medical staff in the delivery room followed the proper procedures or were negligent in their duties. |
