Congenital Mid-line Cervical Cleft: A Case Report.

Area of Science:

• Pediatric Surgery
• Congenital Malformations
• Head and Neck Surgery

Background:

• Congenital midline cervical cleft (CMCC) is a rare congenital anomaly affecting the anterior neck.
• It occurs in 1.7-2.0% of births and can be associated with other midline defects.
• CMCC may lead to micrognathia and cervical contractures, necessitating timely management.

Purpose of the Study:

• To report a case of congenital midline cervical cleft diagnosed neonatally.
• To highlight the diagnostic modalities and surgical management of CMCC.
• To emphasize the importance of early intervention for this condition.

Main Methods:

• Case presentation of a male neonate diagnosed with CMCC at birth.
• Diagnostic confirmation using ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the neck.
• Surgical excision of the cervical cleft lesion.

Main Results:

• The neonate was diagnosed with CMCC via imaging studies.
• Surgical excision was performed at 3 years of age.
• The patient is reported to be doing well post-surgery.

Conclusions:

• Congenital midline cervical cleft is a rare condition requiring prompt diagnosis.
• Imaging techniques like ultrasound and MRI are crucial for CMCC diagnosis.
• While early surgical excision is advised, successful outcomes can be achieved even with delayed intervention.