An assisted or instrumental delivery is when the birth of a baby is aided by forceps or ventouse extraction. Forceps Forceps are like large metal tongs designed to fit around the baby’s head. The … [Read more...]
Birth Injury Articles
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Birth Injury Solicitor Somerset
If you are looking for a solicitor in Somerset to help you with a birth injury claim, please contact us today. We are based in the Chew Valley in North Somerset, just a short distance from both Bath … [Read more...]
I Was Not Advised About Risks of Vaginal Birth
If you were not advised about the risks of a vaginal birth even though you were at risk of suffering complications, the level of medical care will be considered unacceptable. If you went on to … [Read more...]
Montgomery vs Lanarkshire Health Board
The Supreme Court recently ordered that a woman be ordered millions of pounds in compensation because her son was brain damaged during the delivery. She had type 1 diabetes and would have had a … [Read more...]
Diabetes and Shoulder Dystocia
If a woman has diabetes and she falls pregnant, she is at increased risk of having a larger than average baby. The size of the baby should therefore be monitored throughout the pregnancy as this will … [Read more...]
Wind Coming From Vagina After Birth
Have you started passing wind from your vagina after giving birth? If so you need to seek advice from your GP as you could have an undiagnosed third degree tear. Passing wind from my vagina after … [Read more...]
Suing the NHS Bath Hospital
To find out if you can sue an NHS hospital in Bath, please get in touch with us today at Glynns Solicitors. Our lawyers are experts in medical negligence claims and will be happy to provide … [Read more...]
My 2nd Degree Tear Turned Out to be a 3rd Degree Tear
Have you recently been told that your second degree tear is in fact a third degree tear? If so you need to speak to a solicitor about the options available to you. You could be entitled to claim … [Read more...]
Anal Sphincter Torn During Childbirth
It is possible for the anal sphincter to tear during childbirth. This is a serious injury that must be repaired shortly after the birth by a qualified surgeon. If your anal sphincter tore during … [Read more...]
What Does a 3c Tear Mean?
A 3c tear is a type of perineal tear that is sustained during a vaginal delivery. A 3c tear has to be diagnosed and repaired shortly after the birth. A failure to achieve this care will amount to … [Read more...]
I Have Just Been Told I Suffered A 3rd Degree Tear During Birth
Have you just been told that you suffered a 3rd degree tear during childbirth which was not diagnosed and treated at the time? A failure to identify and repair a 3rd degree tear is likely to amount … [Read more...]
Bristol Hospital Did Not Stitch My Tear
Did a Bristol hospital fail to stitch your perineal tear after birth? If so please get in touch with us at Glynns Solicitors. We specialise in perineal tear claims and can suggest whether you could be … [Read more...]
Repair Technique for 3rd Degree Tears
A 3rd degree tear must be treated in theatre by an experienced surgeon. The appropriate technique must also be used to ensure success. If your 3rd degree tear was repaired inadequately, resulting … [Read more...]
My Tear Was Not Stitched After Giving Birth
If your tear was not stitched after you gave birth because doctors/midwives failed to diagnose the injury, you could be entitled to claim compensation. For more information, you need to talk to a … [Read more...]
Can Episiotomy Stitches Come Out?
If you have an episiotomy, the wound should be sutured shortly after the birth. However, you need to take care of the wound as the stitches can come out. If you think they have come out, you need to … [Read more...]
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