Snapshot An infant is born to a G2P2 mother via vacuum extraction. On physical exam, there is an edematous swelling on the scalp that extends across the midline and crosses the suture lines of the skull. There is erythema over the swelling and upon palpation it appears to be above the periosteum. (Caput succedaneum) Introduction Clinical definition login to view 1 more bullet Epidemiology Incidence login to view 1 more bullet Location login to view 4 more bullets Risk factors login to view 4 more bullets Cranial Injuries Caput succedaneum login to view 20 more bullets Cephalohematoma login to view 29 more bullets Subgaleal hemorrhage login to view 28 more bullets Nerve Injuries Brachial plexus injury (BPI) login to view 19 more bullets Fractures Clavicle fracture login to view 20 more bullets prognosis Infant mortality secondary to birth trauma has significantly decreased