A case for an in utero etiology of chronic SDH/effusion of infancy (letter)

Abstract

evidence-based prospective studies establishing time of onset, determining prevalence and refining our understanding of etiology of these chronic subdural effusions, the allegations against caregivers, the finger pointing at obstetricians and the blame-game in general will continue to be played in the courts, and the victims will be the infants, their families and the social service and legal systems called on to resolve the issue based on 'generally accepted presumption', not evidence-based medical science.I have given testimony in civil and criminal proceedings involving cases of alleged physical abuse of infants and small children. JG GalaznikStudent Health Center, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL, USA E-mail: jgalaznik1@aol.com