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Jackson L Howell1, Thomas J Pittman2, Christopher Coop3
1Pediatrics, 81st Medical Group Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, USA.
Cureus
|August 27, 2025
Summary
Delayed subaponeurotic fluid collections (DSFCs) are benign scalp fluid collections. This case highlights a persistent 9-month effusion in an infant, emphasizing the need for early recognition of these rare conditions.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Medicine
- Dermatology
- Neonatology
Background:
- Delayed subaponeurotic fluid collections (DSFCs) are uncommon, benign fluid accumulations under the scalp's aponeurosis.
- Etiology of DSFCs is not fully understood, requiring further investigation.
Observation:
- A case report of an infant with a complicated cesarean delivery.
- A persistent 4-cm posterior cranial effusion was noted in the infant for 9 months.
Findings:
- The presented case involves a rare, long-standing DSFC in an infant.
- Distinctive clinical characteristics of this effusion are crucial for identification.
Implications:
- Early recognition of DSFCs is vital for appropriate clinical management.
- Understanding DSFC characteristics can guide timely interventions if necessary.
Keywords:
caput succedaneumcephalohematomamicro-fractureobstructed or prolonged laborpediatrics and neonatologysubaponeurotic (subgaleal) hemorrhage (sgh)subaponeurotic fluid collection - neonate
