The judicialization of medicine and its influence on the increased rates of caesarian section around the world
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https://doi.org/10.37085/jmmv3.n1.2021.pp.6-9Keywords:
“Obstetrics”; “Malpractice”; “Defensive medicine”; “Caesarean section”; “Litigation”Abstract
Caesarean rates around the world have grown exponentially in the last decades, being one of the most performed surgical procedures. One of the main causes is its indication as a defensive medicine tactic used by the obstetrician, intending to avoid legal action for medical error or negligence, therefore, the caesarean section presents itself to many obstetricians as a birth delivery option in which both, mother and newborn, will be more protected from possible complications. From the analysis of different works published later, it was possible to verify that medical conduct has been greatly influenced by the increase in the judicialization of medicine. Gynecology and Obstetrics is one of the most affected specialties, therefore specialists from different countries use caesarean section as a way to avoid a possible process due to medical error or negligence. A more in-depth analysis of this situation is needed, as well as the development of measures intended to remedy this problem and ensure the best possible health context for both the mother and the newborn.
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