Birth injuries in caesarian sections: cases of fracture femur and humerus following caesarian section.
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Long bone injuries are less common during caesarian section. Sometimes, they remain unnoticed to the operating surgeon but are frequently noted by attending physician or nurses. The aim of this case study is to remind the surgeon that any forceful extraction may result long bone injuries. So, care should be given during and after delivery to rule out injuries.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Nepal Medical College journal : NMCJ
دوره 11 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2009