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Chronic expanding hematoma in the temporal region.
Hideyuki Tada1, Mitsuo Hatoko, Aya Tanaka
1Division of Plastic Surgery, Nara Medical University, 840 Shijo-cho, Kashihara, Nara, 634-8522, Japan. h-tada@topaz.ocn.ne.jp
The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
|February 9, 2005
Summary
A rare case of chronic expanding hematoma, a slow-growing mass, developed over 12 years following childhood trauma. Surgical resection confirmed the diagnosis, offering insights into this uncommon condition.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Pathology
Background:
- Chronic expanding hematoma is a rare entity, often presenting as a slowly enlarging mass.
- A history of trauma, even in infancy, can be a predisposing factor.
Observation:
- A patient presented with a slowly growing mass in the right temporal region over 12 years.
- Initial trauma to the same area occurred at 4 months of age.
- Computed tomography identified a well-circumscribed subcutaneous tumor.
Findings:
- The subcutaneous tumor was completely resected.
- Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of chronic expanding hematoma.
Implications:
- This case highlights the potential for chronic expanding hematoma to develop over an extended period.
- Understanding the long-term presentation of such lesions is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.
- Complete surgical resection is an effective treatment modality.