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#RI-6ae568f8·4 months ago·
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“induced labor at 37 weeks”
What Actually Happened
Wife almost died due to excessive bleeding during childbirth. Knot in baby's umbilical cord caused heart rate drops during labor. Doctors performed emergency C-section and wife received massive transfusion.
What I wish I knew
"More about the risks of induced labor and excessive bleeding during childbirth"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Be prepared for emergency situations and communicate openly with medical staff"
Regret Index
10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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Same Outcome Band
42%
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