Chignon (medical term)

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Chignon
Vacuum Extraction bruised scalp.JPG
A baby's scalp showing the effects of a vacuum extraction.
Classification and external resources
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ICD-10 P12.1
ICD-9-CM 767.19
Patient UK Chignon (medical term)
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A chignon is a temporary swelling left on an infant's head after a ventouse suction cap has been used to deliver him or her.[1] It is not a sign of serious injury and may take as little as two hours or as long as two weeks to disappear.

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References

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External links

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  • chignon at GPnotebook


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