Birth Injuries

What are symptoms of a brachial plexus injury in newborns?

Newborns suffering from brachial plexus injury may have:

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Decreased movement or sensation

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Muscle weakness and/or paralysis in the affected area

brachial plexus and shoulder dystocia

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