Cephalhaematoma – a benign condition with serious complications: case report and literature review

Neonatal cephalhaematoma is a common outcome of minor birth trauma. It is usually benign and resolves spontaneously without treatment. Complications are rare but potentially serious. A case of an infected cephalhaematoma is described. Early diagnosis and treatment of infected cephalhaematomas are essential to prevent serious complications such as meningitis and osteomyelitis.