Risk Management for Safe Practice in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Abstract

Obstetrics and Gynecology is associated with a high risk of medico-legal activity. The growing volume of
litigation has given rise to concerns other than the cost of claims. In many countries, there is a concern about the
effect of litigation in reducing the number of physicians willing to practice obstetrics and gynecology, which is a
once popular specialty. There is also concern about the practice of defensive medicine, particularly as manifested
in the growing cesarean section rate.