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Obstetric brachial plexus palsy: the medico-legal view

The Jessop Wing, Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Tree Root Walk, Sheffield, S10 2SS, UK. email: ajobgyn{at}medix-uk.com

This paper is a guide to the expert's perspective on preparing reports for the court in cases of obstetric brachial plexus palsy (OBPP). Breach of duty and causation are discussed. Some examples of the main claimant and defence arguments are summarised. Reference is also made to recent High Court judgements.

Keywords Keywords / expert witness / medico-legal reports / obstetric brachial plexus palsy / shoulder dystocia