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Siahaan AMP, Nainggolan BWM, Susanto M, Indharty RS, Tandean S. Managing the "big black brain" in low resource setting: A case report of early outcome after hinge craniotomy. Surg Neurol Int 2023; 14:427. [PMID: 38213438 PMCID: PMC10783690 DOI: 10.25259/sni_715_2023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2023] [Accepted: 11/09/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2024] Open
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Background The big black brain (BBB) phenomenon is described as an infant's response to an acute subdural hematoma (SDH). It is characterized by hypodensity and swelling of the supratentorial compartment as a whole. Numerous factors may contribute to the formation of the BBB. Due to its high morbidity and mortality, the management of BBB is still debatable. In this report, we describe a 2-month-old boy who had bilateral hemispheric hypodensity and underwent hinge craniotomy. Case Description The patient was referred to our hospital with decreased consciousness. The patient had a history of seizures and cardiopulmonary arrest. There is no history of trauma. The computed tomography revealed a subacute SDH on the left parietal and occipital lobe along with hypodensity in both hemispheres with preservation of posterior fossa, consistent with hemispheric hypodensity. We performed a hinge craniotomy for the emergency procedure and evacuated only the hemisphere with the bleeding side. The patient cried spontaneously 24 hours after the procedure and was discharged six days later. Conclusion Early outcomes of hinge craniotomy as an alternative procedure for treating the BBB were positive. However, long-term outcomes, particularly the infant's development, should be monitored.
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- School of Medicine, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Medan, North Sumatera, Indonesia
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Medan, North Sumatera, Indonesia
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Medan, North Sumatera, Indonesia
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Shaken Baby Syndrome: Magnetic Resonance Imaging Features in Abusive Head Trauma. Brain Sci 2021; 11:brainsci11020179. [PMID: 33535601 PMCID: PMC7912837 DOI: 10.3390/brainsci11020179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2020] [Revised: 01/25/2021] [Accepted: 01/26/2021] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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In the context of child abuse spectrum, abusive head trauma (AHT) represents the leading cause of fatal head injuries in children less than 2 years of age. Immature brain is characterized by high water content, partially myelinated neurons, and prominent subarachnoid space, thus being susceptible of devastating damage as consequence of acceleration–deceleration and rotational forces developed by violent shaking mechanism. Diagnosis of AHT is not straightforward and represents a medical, forensic, and social challenge, based on a multidisciplinary approach. Beside a detailed anamnesis, neuroimaging is essential to identify signs suggestive of AHT, often in absence of external detectable lesions. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) represents the radiation-free modality of choice to investigate the most typical findings in AHT, such as subdural hematoma, retinal hemorrhage, and hypoxic-ischemic damage and it also allows to detect more subtle signs as parenchymal lacerations, cranio-cervical junction, and spinal injuries. This paper is intended to review the main MRI findings of AHT in the central nervous system of infants, with a specific focus on both hemorrhagic and non-hemorrhagic injuries caused by the pathological mechanisms of shaking. Furthermore, this review provides a brief overview about the most appropriate and feasible MRI protocol to help neuroradiologists identifying AHT in clinical practice.
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Silva AHD, Gander L, Wijesinghe H, Rodrigues D. Spontaneous neonatal subdural haemorrhage: always non-accidental injury? Br J Neurosurg 2019; 34:24-27. [PMID: 31771378 DOI: 10.1080/02688697.2019.1694134] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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In any neonate or infant presenting with an acute onset of encephalopathy, and/or retinal haemorrhages with no history of major trauma and imaging showing subdural haemorrhage (SDH), the diagnostic priority is to exclude a non-accidental injury (NAI), given the association of these clinical features with the shaken baby syndrome. However, other causes of SDH may present in a similar manner in neonates and infants, in particular vascular lesions such as aneurysms. A four week old neonate presenting with seizures and retinal haemorrhages, was diagnosed with an acute subdural haemorrhage (ASDH) on imaging with significant midline shift needing surgical evacuation. As there was some blood extending into the left sylvian fissure, further imaging was considered before surgical intervention. This showed a distally located middle cerebral artery aneurysm, which was successfully treated and the neonate made a remarkable recovery. We present a case of a neonate presenting with spontaneous acute subdural haematoma in the absence of classical diffuse subarachnoid haemorrhage, intracerebral haemorrhage or intraventricular haemorrhage, secondary to a ruptured middle cerebral artery aneurysm. The distribution of aneurysms in the neonatal age group is different to adults, with middle cerebral artery aneurysms and more distally located peripheral aneurysms being more common. Vigilance should be borne to exclude the aforementioned as causes for this presentation especially prior to undertaking surgical intervention.
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Birmingham Children's Hospital, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Birmingham Children's Hospital, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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Shaken Baby Syndrome occurs in infants as a result of the brain pushing against the skull due to severe acceleration-deceleration forces. Symptoms of Shaken Baby Syndrome include subdural, subarachnoid, and retinal hemorrhages. MRI and ocular examinations are used to determine the extent of mental and visual damage and β-amyloid precursor protein immunohistochemical staining is used to detect axonal injuries. Surgeries such as Subdural hemorrhage (SDH) evacuation surgery and the Burr hole craniotomy are used to treat Shaken Baby Syndrome; however, the prognosis is poor in many cases. Because of the severity of Shaken Baby Syndrome and its traumatic and sometimes fatal effects, it is important to educate new parents, nurses, and doctors on the syndrome in order to prevent incidents.
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- Maha Mian
- 1SUNY Stony Brook, Physiology and Biophysics, Stony Brook , New York , USA
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Krous HF, Byard RW. Controversies in pediatric forensic pathology. Forensic Sci Med Pathol 2015; 1:9-18. [PMID: 25869831 DOI: 10.1385/fsmp:1:1:009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/10/2004] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Pediatric forensic pathology is an emerging medical subspecialty that spans the area between pediatric and forensic pathology. Advances in both of these fields have increased the sophistication of diagnoses, with overlap of disorders that might present to either the pediatric or forensic pathologist, adding further layers of complexity. Not surprisingly, therefore, there are important ethical and medical controversies in pediatric forensic pathology that merit careful consideration and attention.
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- Henry F Krous
- Children's Hospital and Health Center and University of California, San Diego, CA,
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Choi YJ, Kim SM, Sim EJ, Cho DJ, Kim DH, Min KS, Yoo KY. A Clinical Study of Child Abuse. KOREAN JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS 2007. [DOI: 10.3345/kjp.2007.50.5.436] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Yoon Jin Choi
- Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine, Hallym University, Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine, Hallym University, Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine, Hallym University, Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine, Hallym University, Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine, Hallym University, Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine, Hallym University, Korea
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- Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine, Hallym University, Korea
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Primary care physicians and psychiatrists should be aware of the incidence, causes, diagnosis, and prognosis of the conditions of Shaking Baby Syndrome (SBS). This article discusses both accidental and non-accidental head injury, and also addresses the legal aspects of SBS. Incidence, potential causes, explanations, prevention, and treatment of the condition, both for the perpetrators and the unfortunate victims, are considered. Of special importance is the fact that SBS is difficult to diagnose with absolute certainty. Hence the identification of a potential perpetrator can be difficult and injustices can occur.
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- L F Lowenstein
- Southern England Psychological Service, Hampshire, United Kingdom.
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Morad Y, Avni I, Capra L, Case ME, Feldman K, Kodsi SR, Esernio-Jenssen D, Lukefahr JL, Levin AV. Shaken baby syndrome without intracranial hemorrhage on initial computed tomography. J AAPOS 2004; 8:521-7. [PMID: 15616498 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaapos.2004.07.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE We sought to describe the unique characteristics of children diagnosed with shaken baby syndrome (SBS) despite the absence of intracranial hemorrhage on cranial computerized tomography (CT) on hospital admission. METHODS Using an international e-mail-based listserv for professionals with an interest in child abuse, we identified and reviewed the charts of children hospitalized in different medical centers who were diagnosed with SBS although CT disclosed no signs of intracranial bleeding. Children with normal imaging were not included. RESULTS Eight cases were identified. All children had cerebral edema in CT, which was severe on 7/8 cases (88%). All of these children had extensive retinal hemorrhage. The prognosis was poor; 5/8 infants died (63% mortality), and the rest had permanent neurologic damage. CONCLUSION The diagnosis of SBS can be established even when CT at presentation does not demonstrate intracranial hemorrhage. We hypothesize that rapidly developing cerebral edema may cause increased intracranial pressure and tamponade that prevents the accumulation of intracranial blood. The prognosis in these cases is grave.
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- Yair Morad
- Department of Ophthalmology, Assaf Harofeh Medical Center, Tel Aviv University, Zrifin, Israel
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Parizel PM, Ceulemans B, Laridon A, Ozsarlak O, Van Goethem JW, Jorens PG. Cortical hypoxic-ischemic brain damage in shaken-baby (shaken impact) syndrome: value of diffusion-weighted MRI. Pediatr Radiol 2003; 33:868-71. [PMID: 13680010 DOI: 10.1007/s00247-003-1025-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2003] [Revised: 05/30/2003] [Accepted: 06/22/2003] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Shaken-baby syndrome (SBS) is a type of child abuse caused by violent shaking of an infant, with or without impact, and characterized by subdural hematomas, retinal hemorrhages, and occult bone fractures. Parenchymal brain lesions in SBS may be missed or underestimated on CT scans, but can be detected at an earlier stage with diffusion-weighted MRI (DW-MRI) as areas of restricted diffusion. We demonstrate the value of DW-MRI in a 2-month-old baby boy with suspected SBS. The pattern of diffusion abnormalities indicates that the neuropathology of parenchymal lesions in SBS is due to hypoxic-ischemic brain injuries, and not to diffuse axonal injury.
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- Paul M Parizel
- Department of Radiology, University of Antwerp, Wilrijkstraat 10, 2650, Edegem, Belgium.
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Chan YL, Chu WCW, Wong GWK, Yeung DKW. Diffusion-weighted MRI in shaken baby syndrome. Pediatr Radiol 2003; 33:574-7. [PMID: 12783142 DOI: 10.1007/s00247-003-0949-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2003] [Accepted: 03/20/2003] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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We present the characteristic CT and MRI findings of a 2-month-old girl with shaken baby syndrome. Diffusion-weighted MR imaging performed 8 days after the insult established the presence of injury to the white matter in the corpus callosum and subcortical white matter in the temporo-occipito-parietal region. Diffusion-weighted MR imaging is valuable in the diagnostic work-up of suspected shaken baby syndrome, as injury to the white matter can be demonstrated days after the injury.
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- Yu-Leung Chan
- Department of Diagnostic Radiology and Organ Imaging, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, Hong Kong, People's Republic of China.
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