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Risk factors for neonatal brachial plexus palsy: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Ruth Van der LoovenLaura Le RoyEmma TangheBieke SamijnEllen RoetsNele PauwelsEllen DeschepperMartine De MuynckGuy VingerhoetsChristine Van den Broeck
Published in: Developmental medicine and child neurology (2019)
The overall incidence of neonatal brachial plexus palsy is 1.74 per 1000 live births. The incidence has declined significantly. Shoulder dystocia, macrosomia, maternal diabetes, instrumental delivery, and breech delivery are the main risk factors. Prevention is difficult owing to unpredictability and often labour-related risk.
Keyphrases
  • risk factors
  • type diabetes
  • cardiovascular disease
  • birth weight
  • pregnancy outcomes
  • adipose tissue
  • physical activity
  • body mass index
  • skeletal muscle
  • preterm birth