Open AccessUnexplained massive subdural haematoma in a newborn delivered by elective caesarian section: a case report
Author(s) -
LI Audu,
M Mukhtar-yola,
AT Otunete,
AB Mairami,
VE Nwatah,
Md. Mahmud,
Ugwuanyi Cu,
Umar Au
Publication year - 1970
Publication title -
nigerian journal of paediatrics
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 0302-4660
DOI - 10.4314/njp.v42i3.13
Subject(s) - caesarian section , medicine , subdural haematoma , presentation (obstetrics) , caesarean section , vaginal delivery , elective caesarean section , elective cesarean section , intracranial haemorrhage , surgery , pediatrics , pregnancy , complication , genetics , biology
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.Key words: Symptomatic subdural haematoma, Caesarean section, severe birth injuries, neonatal seizure