caput succedaneum
caput suc·ce·da·ne·um
noun \-ˌsək-sə-ˈdā-nē-əm\plural capita suc·ce·da·nea \-nē-ə\
Definition of CAPUT SUCCEDANEUM
: an edematous swelling formed under the presenting part of the scalp of a newborn infant as a result of trauma sustained during delivery








