Obstetrical negligence

Obstetrical negligence – improper use of vacuum extraction. Our client was admitted under the care of an obstetrician for the delivery of daughter. He attempted to hasten the delivery with the use of a vacuum extractor, which resulted in extensive tearing of the mother’s vaginal and perineal tissues, and creation of a fistula. This resulted in incontinence and loss of bowel control, which caused loss of ability to work and severe emotional trauma.

Our expert concluded that less damaging alternatives, such as episiotomy or Cesarean should have been offered and would not have caused permanent injury.