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Cephalohematoma in Newborns

In order to lessen the trauma of birth, the bones in an infant’s skull have not yet fused and mothers have flexible birth canals so that most deliveries can occur without any problems. However, sometimes the birth canal may be to narrow or the infant too large, resulting in potentially hazardous delivery situation. Improper medical care can increase the likelihood of head injuries such as cephalohematoma.

Head injuries in newborns can result in permanent brain damage to your precious son or daughter. If your baby has suffered a cephalohematoma or other birth injury due to a careless or irresponsible doctor, you can fight back in order to discourage future recklessness. To discuss your situation, contact a tenacious New Jersey birth injury attorney from Levinson Axelrod, P.A., at 800-346-5529 today.

What is a Cephalohematoma?

The skull is covered by thin layers of skin, flesh, and a fibrous portion called the periosteum. The periosteum is the last layer before the bone itself. A cephalohematoma occurs when head trauma causes the periosteum to tear slightly from the skull. This can result in bleeding and bruising that can become a cephalohematoma. Normally, this severe bruise will disappear without intervention, but it can also indicate severe problems within in the skull.

Causes of Cephalohematoma

A cephalohematoma generally occurs when the skin and flesh of the head sticks to the sides of the birth canal while the head is still propelled forward. While this can occur naturally, it is often the result of a doctor using forceps to pull the infant out of the birth canal. Excessive force can tear the periosteum, resulting in bleeding between this fibrous layer and the skull.

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Doctors and nurses should treat your baby delicately so that he or she does not suffer birth injuries such as cephalohematoma. If they have failed in this duty to you, resulting in damage, contact a qualified New Jersey birth injury lawyer from Levinson Axelrod, P.A., at 800-346-5529 today.