Subcutaneous fat necrosis of the newborn – A systematic review of surgical management and outcomes (2024) Eric Bao

Description

A systematic review examining the surgical management of Subcutaneous Fat Necrosis of the Newborn (SCFN), a rare form of panniculitis manifesting as erythematous plaques or nodules in neonates. The review analyzed 16 articles detailing 16 surgically managed patients, finding the most common etiologies were unknown origin or therapeutic hypothermia, with lesions typically located on the back and extremities. The study emphasizes the need for additional case reporting.