Traumatic Posterior Fossa Subdural Hematoma in a Neonate: A Case Report

Although traumatic posterior fossa subdural hematoma (TPFSH) in neonates immediately after birth is extremely rare, it can pose a serious clinical problem in the neonatal period. Here, the author presents the case of a 3-day-old male infant who underwent emergency surgical treatment of TPFSH with a...

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Main Author: Ki Seong Eom
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Language:English
Published: Korean Society of Traumatology 2020-12-01
Series:Journal of Trauma and Injury
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Online Access:http://www.jtraumainj.org/upload/pdf/jti-2020-009.pdf
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description Although traumatic posterior fossa subdural hematoma (TPFSH) in neonates immediately after birth is extremely rare, it can pose a serious clinical problem in the neonatal period. Here, the author presents the case of a 3-day-old male infant who underwent emergency surgical treatment of TPFSH with a favorable outcome. Debate continues about surgical versus conservative treatment of TPFSH in neonates. The clinical symptoms, extent of hemorrhage, early diagnosis, and prompt and appropriate surgery are the most important factors in the treatment of TPFSH in neonates. Therefore, neurosurgeons should establish treatment strategies based on the newborn’s clinical condition, the size and location of the TPFSH, and the potential of the hematoma to cause long-term complications.
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spellingShingle Ki Seong Eom
Traumatic Posterior Fossa Subdural Hematoma in a Neonate: A Case Report
Journal of Trauma and Injury
trauma
hematoma, subdural
neonate
title Traumatic Posterior Fossa Subdural Hematoma in a Neonate: A Case Report
title_full Traumatic Posterior Fossa Subdural Hematoma in a Neonate: A Case Report
title_fullStr Traumatic Posterior Fossa Subdural Hematoma in a Neonate: A Case Report
title_full_unstemmed Traumatic Posterior Fossa Subdural Hematoma in a Neonate: A Case Report
title_short Traumatic Posterior Fossa Subdural Hematoma in a Neonate: A Case Report
title_sort traumatic posterior fossa subdural hematoma in a neonate a case report
topic trauma
hematoma, subdural
neonate
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