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IMAGES IN PATHOLOGY

Raccoon eyes in a newborn

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Pages 701-703 | Received 04 Jun 2021, Accepted 14 Jun 2021, Published online: 09 Jul 2021
 

Abstract

Introduction:

Periorbital ecchymoses or “raccoon eyes” in the neonate/infant may be due to basal skull fractures or neuroblastoma.

Case Report:

A term male baby born by vacuum-assisted delivery developed a medium size subgaleal hematoma on the first day of life (DOL). On the third DOL, bilateral periorbital ecchymosis (raccoon eyes) developed. The cerebral ultrasound, hematologic and coagulation studies were normal. The raccoon eyes were interpreted as an extension of the subgaleal hematoma to the orbital ridges. At DOL 38, he was thriving and the raccoon eyes were resolved.

Discussion:

“Raccoon eyes” may result from a subgaleal hematoma without fracture caused by birth trauma.

Conflict of interests

No financial or non-financial benefits have been received or will be received from any party related directly or indirectly to the subject of this article.

Author contributions

JS and RI contributed to the intellectual content and for the final version of the manuscript.

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