Intermuscular Fibrolipoma of the Neck: A Rare Case Report

Area of Science:

• Pediatric Surgery
• Oncology
• Pathology

Background:

• Lipomas are benign tumors, typically slow-growing and uncommon in children.
• Intermuscular fibrolipomas are a rare subtype, characterized by their location within muscle tissue.

Purpose of the Study:

• To report an extremely rare case of an intermuscular fibrolipoma in a pediatric patient.
• To emphasize the diagnostic considerations and successful management of such rare neck masses in children.

Main Methods:

• A 3-year-old child presented with a right-sided neck mass and limited neck mobility.
• Diagnostic imaging included ultrasound and computed tomography (CT) of the neck.
• Complete surgical resection of the mass was performed.

Main Results:

• Imaging suggested an intermuscular lipoma.
• Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of intermuscular fibrolipoma.
• The patient experienced a successful outcome following surgical intervention.

Conclusions:

• Intermuscular fibrolipomas are exceptionally rare in the pediatric population, particularly in the posterior neck.
• Complete surgical excision is an effective treatment modality.
• This case underscores the need for thorough evaluation of pediatric neck masses, even those with unusual presentations.