In Poland, three medical professionals are being held accountable for the death of 30-year-old Izabela, who died after her amniotic fluid broke at 22 weeks. Doctors hesitated to intervene due to the restrictive abortion laws in place, leading to her developing sepsis. The country's abortion laws have been criticized since the constitutional tribunal's 2020 decision removed the congenital defect exception. This ruling sparked mass protests, as Izabela's case became emblematic of the dangerous consequences of these restrictions, fueling the 'not one more' movement across Poland.
Izabela's tragic case represents the severe consequences of Poland's abortion laws, having suffered from complications due to delays in medical treatment linked to restrictions.
The Polish government's abortion ban, particularly the removal of the congenital defect exception, has led to widespread protests, with many citing Izabela's death as a catalyst.
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