Caput succedaneum (caput)
A spongy accumulation of fluid below the scalp of infants born vaginally. This occurs because the baby's head, in normal presentation, is under much pressure in the birth canal.
Caput Succedaneum
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Caput succedaneum (caput)
A spongy swelling and accumulation of fluid in scalp tissues of infants born vaginally.
caput succedaneum
Caput is a severe swelling of the soft tissues of the baby's scalp that develops as the baby travels through the birth canal. Some babies have some bruising of the area. The swelling usually disappears in a few days without problems.
Caput succedaneum
Swelling and accumulation of fluid (edema) in the scalp of infants born vaginally. The swelling usually disappears within 24 to 48 hours.
Caput succedaneum is diffuse swelling of the scalp due to molding after prolonged labor. A vacuum delivery may leave a more noticeable caput. Caput usually disappears in 2-3 days. In rare cases, the vacuum device can cause bleeding within the brain.
 See also: Pregnancy, Vagina, Birth canal, Delivery, Uterus
  
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