Baby Suffers Broken Femur During Childbirth; Mother Alleges Negligence in Brazilian Hospital

Serra, Espírito Santo, Brazil – A disturbing case of alleged medical negligence has come to light involving the birth of a baby girl at a public maternity hospital. Camila Lopes Mercês, the mother, alleges that her daughter's femur was broken during a cesarean section due to the baby being pulled by the leg. "They initially said it was because of the baby's position," Mercês stated, "but the X-ray clearly shows a fracture." The hospital's initial explanation contrasted sharply with the later findings. The X-ray, shown in the SBT News report, confirmed the fracture, leading to the baby's leg being placed in a cast. The incident underscores the ongoing need for improved standards of care and accountability in public healthcare settings. The case is currently under investigation.