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A case of a double tongue. Case report
L Bartholdson1, S O Hellström, O Söderberg
1Department of Hand and Plastic Surgery, Umeå University Hospital, Sweden.
Summary
A baby boy successfully underwent surgery for a rare double tongue and cleft palate, achieving normal tongue function by six months old. This case highlights successful surgical reconstruction for congenital oral anomalies.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Craniofacial Anomalies
- Congenital Malformations
Background:
- Congenital anomalies of the tongue, such as diphallia linguarum (double tongue), are rare.
- Median cleft palate is another congenital condition affecting oral structures.
- Early surgical intervention is often crucial for functional outcomes.
Observation:
- A neonate presented with a distinct double tongue and a median cleft palate.
- The infant exhibited otherwise normal development, indicating a localized anomaly.
- The condition required surgical correction for proper oral function.
Findings:
- Surgical reconstruction of the double tongue was performed 40 days postnatally.
- The procedure successfully unified the double tongue into a single, functional organ.
- Histological examination confirmed successful tissue integration and normal morphology.
Implications:
- This case demonstrates the feasibility and effectiveness of surgical correction for double tongue.
- Successful reconstruction can lead to normal tongue function and development.
- Further research into the etiology and optimal management of such rare conditions is warranted.