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Shaken baby syndrome
Indira Jayakumar1, Idira Jayakumar, Suchitra Ranjit
1Department of Pediatric Intensive Care, Kanchi Kamakoti CHILDS Trust Hospital,12-A, Nageswara Road, Nungambakkam, Chennai-600 034. indirajayakumar@vsnl.net
Indian Pediatrics
|April 6, 2004
Summary
Shaken Baby Syndrome, a form of physical child abuse, is often overlooked in infants presenting with neurological symptoms like drowsiness, coma, seizures, or apnea. Early suspicion and diagnosis are crucial for intervention.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Neurology
- Forensic Medicine
Background:
- Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS) is a severe form of physical child abuse.
- It is frequently underdiagnosed due to subtle or non-specific initial symptoms.
Observation:
- A case report of a 5-month-old infant diagnosed with Shaken Baby Syndrome is presented.
- The infant exhibited symptoms including drowsiness, coma, seizures, and apnea.
Findings:
- The clinical presentation of SBS can be easily overlooked by healthcare providers.
- Neurological signs such as altered consciousness, seizures, and respiratory compromise are key indicators.
Implications:
- Increased awareness and suspicion of SBS are necessary among clinicians treating infants.
- Prompt recognition can lead to timely intervention, potentially improving outcomes and preventing further harm.