Chronic subdural hematoma in utero. Report of a case with survival after treatment.
A case of chronic subdural hematoma and hydrocephalus diagnosed in utero is presented. No history of trauma could be elicited. Laboratory investigations failed to show a coagulation disorder. Both the hematoma and hydrocephalus were surgically treated 8 days after delivery. At 14 months of age the child is showing moderately delayed development. The literature is reviewed and discussed. The importance of correct antenatal diagnosis is stressed.
Nogueira
G J
GJ
Department of Neurosurgery, Hamad General Hospital, Doha, Qatar.
D005260:Female; D005315:Fetal Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006408:Hematoma, Subdural / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D006849:Hydrocephalus / Q000175:diagnosis*; D011247:Pregnancy; D011296:Prenatal Diagnosis