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Brachial Plexus' Schwannoma in a Child
Papa Alassane Mbaye1, Cheikh Seye2, Florent Tshibwid A Zeng1
1Service of Paediatric Surgery, Albert Royer National Children's Hospital, Université Cheikh Anta Diop, Dakar, Senegal.
African Journal of Paediatric Surgery : AJPS
|July 1, 2022
Summary
Pediatric schwannoma, a rare tumor, can present as a shoulder mass causing mobility issues. Surgical resection in a 10-year-old girl was successful, with no complications six months post-operation.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric oncology
- Orthopedic oncology
- Rare tumor research
Background:
- Schwannomas in children are uncommon, typically sporadic, with unknown causes.
- Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for pediatric patients with rare tumors.
Observation:
- A 10-year-old girl presented with a left shoulder mass and reduced upper limb motility over 24 months.
- The mass was surgically resected for diagnosis and treatment.
Findings:
- Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of schwannoma.
- The patient experienced no complications six months after surgical resection.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of considering schwannoma in the differential diagnosis of pediatric shoulder masses.
- Successful surgical management can lead to positive outcomes in pediatric schwannoma cases.
- Further research into the etiology of pediatric schwannoma is warranted.
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