[Life-threatening subgaleal bleeding in a newborn infant].
Subgaleal haematoma, also called subaponeurotic haemorrhage, is a serious but rarely seen form of bleeding that can occur as a complication to vacuum-assisted delivery. Subgaleal haemorrhage may be much more copious than the more common subperiostal bleeding, and can almost exsanguinate the infant. A pressure bandage applied to the upper head can be lifesaving.
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Kathrin W
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Hillerød Sygehus, børneafdeling H. kwd@dadlnet.dk
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Hanne D
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Albertsen
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D001458:Bandages; D001720:Birth Injuries / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D006406:Hematoma / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008297:Male; D012535:Scalp / Q000293:injuries*; D014620:Vacuum Extraction, Obstetrical / Q000009:adverse effects*