Experts: Obstetrician should have discussed shoulder dystocia risks – $900,000 Settlement 
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Published: April 9, 2012
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In 2004, plaintiff began receiving prenatal care. During the course of prenatal care, the history, physical examinations, and tests showed the plaintiff had an increased risk for encountering shoulder dystocia during a vaginal delivery, including but not limited to, excessive maternal weight gain, fundal heights greater than dates, and a third-trimester ultrasound estimating the fetal ...
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