Idiopathic scrotal hematoma in a neonate

Abstract

Background: Neonatal scrotal hematoma is considered a surgical emergency in the neonatal period. Up to recently, immediate surgical exploration was considered the gold standard for the diagnosis and treatment in the underlying causes.Objective: In this article, we present a case of idiopathic scrotal hematoma in a neonate.Method: It was managed conservatively with clinical and ultrasonographic follow-up.Result: The hematoma had gradually subsided, and any surgical intervention was avoided to the neonate.Conclusion: With good clinical and imaging follow-up, some cases could be managed nonoperatively.

Keywords

• neonate
• scrotal hematoma
• idiopathic