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Heterotopic brain tissue, an unexpected reason for feeding difficulty.
Wei Mo1, Shixi Liu1, Hui Yang1
1Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Archivos Argentinos De Pediatria
|July 1, 2025
Summary
Heterotopic brain tissue in the pharynx is a rare cause of infant feeding difficulty. Surgical removal resolved the issue without oropharyngeal functional disturbance in this case.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Pediatrics
- Otolaryngology
Background:
- Feeding difficulty is a common challenge in infants, often stemming from multiple underlying conditions.
- Pharyngeal heterotopic brain tissue is an exceptionally rare etiology for infant feeding issues, with limited documented cases.
Observation:
- A 2-month-old male infant presented with significant feeding difficulty.
- Diagnostic evaluation revealed the presence of oropharyngeal heterotopic brain tissue.
Findings:
- Surgical excision of the oropharyngeal heterotopic brain tissue was successfully performed.
- Postoperative assessment confirmed no residual functional impairment of the oropharynx.
Implications:
- This case highlights an unusual cause of infant feeding difficulty, emphasizing the need for comprehensive differential diagnoses.
- Accurate diagnosis and timely surgical intervention for pharyngeal heterotopic brain tissue can lead to favorable outcomes.
- Further understanding of this rare condition can improve clinical recognition and management strategies.
