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Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society 2006;39(6): 464-466. |
Neonatal Cephalohematoma and Epidural Hematoma by Birth Trauma. |
Seok Won Chung, Seong Hyun Park, Sung Kyoo Hwang |
Department of Neurosurgery, Kyungpook National University Hospital, Daegu, Korea. nsdoctor@naver.com |
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ABSTRACT |
Cephalohematoma with epidural hematoma(EDH) is a known complication of birth trauma and is usually best managed by observation only. However, this complication may jeopardize a neonatal life because of cranial compromise and hemodynamic instability. It should also be recognized that surgical intervention confers undoubted benefits on patients in some cases. We report a case of massive EDH with cephalohematoma and linear skull fracture, successfully treated with a craniotomy and evacuation of the hematoma. |
Key Words:
Cephalohematoma; Epidural hematoma; Neonate |
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