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If forceps and vacuums are used during birth, is it usually a sign of medical malpractice?

Aug 18, 2022, 12:09 PM
Forceps and vacuums are often used safely to assist wth difficult births, but if your child sustained a birth injury, it may be due to improper care. Learn more.
Title (Question) : If forceps and vacuums are used during birth, is it usually a sign of medical malpractice?
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No. These instruments can and often are used safely to assist wth difficult vaginal births. However, if your child sustained a birth injury and these devices were used, it is important to investigate to determine if improper use caused the injury.
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