Neonatal Nasal Necrosis: Case Series and Brief Review
March 2024
in “
Pediatric Dermatology
”
This document discusses three cases of neonates with nasal tip injuries characterized by erythema, purpura, ulceration, and eschar formation, which healed with conservative treatment but resulted in significant scarring. The lesions' characteristics suggest hypoxic tissue damage similar to halo scalp ring alopecia. The study highlights the need for further research to understand the causes and best treatment approaches for these pressure-related neonatal nasal injuries.