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Fibromatosis Colli: A Case Report.
Katie Valentino1, Alison S Tothy
1University of Chicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital, Illinois.
Advanced Emergency Nursing Journal
|January 31, 2020
Summary
Fibromatosis colli, a benign sternocleidomastoid tumor in infants, can cause head tilt. Imaging is key to diagnosing this condition and avoiding unnecessary procedures.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Radiology
- Pediatric Pathology
Background:
- Fibromatosis colli is a rare, benign tumor affecting the sternocleidomastoid muscle, primarily in infants.
- It often presents with torticollis, a condition characterized by a head tilt.
Observation:
- A 4-month-old infant presented with a head tilt.
- Imaging studies were performed to evaluate the neck mass.
Findings:
- Radiographic imaging suggested fibromatosis colli as the diagnosis.
- This benign tumor is crucial to differentiate from other infant neck masses.
Implications:
- Accurate diagnosis of fibromatosis colli prevents unnecessary invasive interventions.
- Imaging plays a fundamental role in the management of infant neck masses.
