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Shaken baby syndrome: what certainty do we have?

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Abstract

Background

Shaken baby syndrome is a common and devastating disease in infants. In spite of its frequency, many controversies persist, regarding the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management.

Aim of the study

We reviewed several salient and challenging issues related to SBS, like its pathogenesis, predisposing factors, differential diagnosis, and prevention programs.

Material and methods

We derive arguments from the literature and from our prospective registry of accidental and non-accidental traumas in infants.

Conclusions

Much remains to be understood in SBS, and prevention programs for this entirely man-made disaster are still in their infancy. Pediatric neurosurgeons should be involved actively in the medical management and research on SBS.

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Vinchon, M. Shaken baby syndrome: what certainty do we have?. Childs Nerv Syst 33, 1727–1733 (2017). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00381-017-3517-8

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