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Prevalence of milia and palatal and gingival cysts in Spanish newborns

Benigno Monteagudo1, Javier Labandeira, Miguel Cabanillas

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Hospital Arquitecto Marcide, Área Sanitaria de Ferrol, SERGAS, Ferrol, Spain. benims@hotmail.com

Pediatric Dermatology
|October 15, 2011
PubMed

Insights

Oral cysts and milia are common in newborns, with palatal cysts affecting over half. Neonatal factors like birth weight and gestational age influence cyst development.

Area of Science:

  • Neonatal dermatology
  • Pediatric oral pathology

Background:

  • Oral cysts and milia are common benign findings in newborns.
  • Understanding their prevalence and associated factors is crucial for clinical assessment.

Observation:

  • A descriptive survey of 1,000 newborns in Ferrol, Spain, was conducted within the first three days of life.
  • The study assessed the prevalence and locations of oral cysts (palatal, gingival, cutaneous) and milia.
  • Maternal and neonatal parameters were analyzed for their influence on lesion development.

Findings:

  • Prevalence rates were 53.7% for palatal cysts, 13.4% for gingival cysts, and 16.6% for cutaneous cysts.
  • Milia were most commonly observed on the cheeks, chin, and forehead.
  • A significant association was noted between palatal and gingival cysts, but not between oral cysts and milia.
  • Neonatal factors including sex, birth weight, and gestational age were found to significantly influence palatal and gingival cyst development.

Implications:

  • These findings provide valuable epidemiological data on common neonatal oral and cutaneous findings.
  • Identification of influencing neonatal factors aids in understanding the etiology of these lesions.
  • This information can assist healthcare providers in counseling parents and managing these conditions.

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