Cephalohematoma

Cephalohematoma

Cephalohematoma (pronounced: sef-uh-loh-hee-muh-toh-muh) is a medical condition that typically occurs in newborns, characterized by a swelling or collection of blood under the scalp due to birth trauma.

Etymology

The term "Cephalohematoma" is derived from the Greek words 'kephale' meaning head, and 'haima' meaning blood.

Definition

A Cephalohematoma is a subperiosteal hematoma, a blood pool that is confined to the area between the skull and its periosteal covering. It is caused by rupture of blood vessels between the skull and the covering of the skull after birth trauma.

Causes

The primary cause of Cephalohematoma is birth trauma, particularly during a difficult delivery or the use of birth-assisting tools such as forceps or vacuum extraction.

Symptoms

Symptoms of Cephalohematoma include a soft, non-pulsating bulging mass on the baby's scalp, usually appearing a few hours after birth. The mass does not cross suture lines in the skull and typically resolves on its own over weeks to months.

Treatment

Treatment for Cephalohematoma is usually not necessary as the condition often resolves on its own. However, in severe cases, medical intervention may be required to prevent complications such as jaundice, anemia, or infection.

Related Terms

• Hematoma
• Subperiosteal hematoma
• Birth trauma
• Suture lines
• Jaundice
• Anemia
• Infection

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Cephalohematoma
• Wikipedia's article - Cephalohematoma

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