International Journal of Pediatrics & Neonatal Care Volume 3 (2017), Article ID 3:IJPNC-133, 2 pages
https://doi.org/10.15344/2455-2364/2017/133
https://doi.org/10.15344/2455-2364/2017/133
Case Report
Huge Infected Cephalohematoma Associated with Meningitis: A Case Report
Abstract
Infected cephalohematoma associated with meningitis is rare in neonatal period. Herein we report a neonate with huge infected cephalohematoma associated with meningitis, which was caused by Escherichia coli. With intravenous antibiotic therapy and surgical drainage of the infected cephalohematoma, he became afebrile soon. Intravenous ceftriaxone therapy was continued for 21 days and no sequela was reported. It is suggested that meningitis should be considered in neonates with infected cephalohematoma.