A birth injury is an anatomical or functional injury of a newborn secondary to a traumatic event occurring during labor, delivery, or both. Injuries due to amniocentesis or intrauterine transfusions are not considered birth injuries. The incidence of neonatal birth injuries ranges from 0.06-0.08% of live births and accounts for about 2% of neonatal deaths. Therefore, thorough knowledge of neonatal injuries is essential for early detection and timely intervention, thereby saving lives.
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