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Andrew Meng1, Adarsh Purohith2, Austin Huang3
1Obstetrics and Gynecology, Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dothan, USA.
Cureus
|January 23, 2023
Summary
Cephalohematoma, a common birth injury, presents as a benign blood collection above the skull. This case report details a large cephalohematoma with caput succedaneum, successfully managed with minimal intervention.
Area of Science:
- Neonatal care
- Pediatric neurology
- Obstetrics
Background:
- Cephalohematoma is a frequent birth trauma, typically a benign subgaleal blood collection.
- It is often linked to challenging labor and delivery processes.
Observation:
- A term male infant presented with a large cephalohematoma and caput succedaneum.
- The infant was born at 39 weeks of gestation.
Findings:
- The large cephalohematoma and caput succedaneum were managed effectively with conservative treatment.
- Minimal intervention and close monitoring led to a successful outcome.
Implications:
- This case highlights an unusual presentation of cephalohematoma.
- It underscores the importance of understanding potential outcomes of extracranial birth injuries.
