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Persistent buccopharyngeal membrane.

P Arcand1, J Haikal

  • 1Departément de O.R.L., Hôpital Sainte-Justine, Montréal, Québec, Canada.

The Journal of Otolaryngology
|April 1, 1988
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Persistent buccopharyngeal membrane, an extremely rare congenital anomaly, is described in a young boy with an unusual oral chord-like structure. This case highlights the rarity of this condition, with only seven previously reported instances.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Embryology
  • Pediatric Otolaryngology
  • Congenital Anomalies

Background:

  • The persistent buccopharyngeal membrane is an exceptionally rare congenital malformation.
  • Understanding its embryological basis is crucial for diagnosis and management.

Observation:

  • A three-year-old boy presented with a unique oral anomaly.
  • This anomaly manifested as a chord-like structure extending from the tongue base to the posterior vomer.

Findings:

  • The case represents the eighth documented instance of a persistent buccopharyngeal membrane in medical literature.
  • The clinical presentation involved a distinct anatomical abnormality within the oral cavity.

Implications:

  • This case contributes to the limited understanding of persistent buccopharyngeal membrane.

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  • Further research into embryological development may elucidate the etiology of such rare oral malformations.