Abstract
Abstract Fibromatosis colli is the most common cause of neck mass in the neonatal period, occurring in 0.4% of live births worldwide. The pathophysiology of fibromatosis colli is unclear. The most accepted causes involve fetal malpositioning, such as breech presentation, and birth trauma with subsequent ischemia of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. We present an infant with fibromatosis colli born at the earliest gestational age and with the lowest birth weight of any case previously documented. His only risk factor for fibromatosis colli was breech presentation, a common condition at his gestational age. This case suggests alternative mechanisms may lead to fibromatosis colli.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callMore From: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
