Neonatal Adrenal Hemorrhage Mimicking Suprarenal Tumor in a 12‐Day‐Old With Escherichia coli Urosepsis

Case Reports in Pediatrics 2026 Open access

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Authors: Khaled Sawafta, Hani Abu Hijleh, Yaseen Samara, Tasbeeh Al-Kharraz
DOI: 10.1155/crpe/2165402
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Abstract

Neonatal adrenal hemorrhage is an uncommon finding that may resemble suprarenal tumors. We describe a term male neonate who developed Escherichia coli urosepsis and was incidentally found to have a left suprarenal cystic lesion. Imaging and laboratory workup excluded malignancy, and the infant remained stable under conservative treatment with antibiotics and serial ultrasound follow‐up. This case emphasizes the need to consider adrenal hemorrhage in septic neonates with abdominal masses and supports noninvasive management in the absence of malignant features.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Adrenal Hormones and Disorders Neonatal and Maternal Infections Pediatric Urology and Nephrology Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Case Reports in Pediatrics
Volume
2026
Issue
1
Pages
2165402–2165402
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN