Spinal epidural hematoma without significant trauma in children: two case reports and review of the literature.

Spinal epidural hematoma without significant trauma in children is a rare condition. It may present with unspecific symptoms. Screening for bleeding diathesis is warranted and neuroradiologic follow-up is essential to rule out vascular malformation. Whereas most children have a favorable outcome, some do not recover, and neurological follow-up is required.