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  • Title: Subgaleal hematoma secondary to hair braiding in a 31-month-old child.
    Author: Onyeama CO, Lotke M, Edelstein B.
    Journal: Pediatr Emerg Care; 2009 Jan; 25(1):40-1. PubMed ID: 19148013.
    Abstract:
    A 31-month-old African American girl who presented with subgaleal hematoma (SGH) a day after having her hair braided. This hematoma was managed conservatively with resolution in 2 weeks. Subgaleal hematoma secondary to hair braiding is very uncommon. Being aware that hair braiding is a potential cause of SGH is very important so as to avoid unnecessary investigations, interventions, and reports to child protective services. A review of the literature, potential complications, and management of SGH has been described here.
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