Abstract: Symptomatic subdural haematoma (SDH) in term infants typically occur following traumatic vaginal delivery. Emergency Caesarean Section (EmC/S) carried out after failed attempts at vaginal delivery may also be complicated by symptomatic SDH but s

Authors

  • Audu LI Department of Paediatrics
  • Mukhtar-Yola M Department of Paediatrics
  • Otunete AT Department of Paediatrics
  • Mairami AB Department of Paediatrics
  • Nwatah VE Department of Paediatrics
  • Ugwuanyi CU Department of Paediatrics

Abstract

Abstract: Symptomatic subdural haematoma (SDH) in term infants typically occur following traumatic vaginal delivery. Emergency Caesarean Section (EmC/S) carried out after failed attempts at vaginal delivery may also be complicated by symptomatic SDH but spontaneous symptomatic SDH complicating Elective Caesarean Section (ElC/S) is a rarity. We describe a case of massive SDH in a term baby delivered by Elective C/S in the absence of risk factors for intracranial haemorrhage. The aim of this presentation is to highlight the significance of acute subdural haematoma in the diagnostic work up of neonates presenting with acute neurologic symptoms in the absence of traumatic delivery.
Keywords: Symptomatic subdural haematoma, Caesarean section, severe birth injuries, neonatal seizure

Author Biographies

  • Audu LI, Department of Paediatrics




  • Mukhtar-Yola M, Department of Paediatrics



  • Mairami AB, Department of Paediatrics



  • Nwatah VE, Department of Paediatrics

     

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Published

2024-07-02

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Vol. 42 No. 3 (2015): Nigerian Journal of Paediatrics

Section

CASE REPORTS

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Abstract: Symptomatic subdural haematoma (SDH) in term infants typically occur following traumatic vaginal delivery. Emergency Caesarean Section (EmC/S) carried out after failed attempts at vaginal delivery may also be complicated by symptomatic SDH but s. (2024). NIGERIAN JOURNAL OF PAEDIATRICS, 42(3), 234-236. https://www.njpaediatrics.com/index.php/njp/article/view/256

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