Eye lid and canalicular laceration due to obstetric trauma. Case report

Risk factors associated with accidental fetal skin lacerations during cesarean delivery

“…2,4 However, occasionally, AFL can be much more serious 4,9 causing severe morbidity such as eyelid, canalicular and extensor tendon lacerations. [12][13][14] In addition, AFL is referred as an iatrogenic injury with medico-legal consequences. 4,15 Several approaches have been described in the medical literature to minimize the risk of AFL during CS.…”

“…In the majority of cases the incisions heal spontaneously, resulting in a pleasing scar without the need for any future intervention 2,4 . However, occasionally, AFL can be much more serious 4,9 causing severe morbidity such as eyelid, canalicular and extensor tendon lacerations 12–14 . In addition, AFL is referred as an iatrogenic injury with medico‐legal consequences 4,15 …”