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Congenital midline cervical cleft. Case report and review
D A Maschka1, J E Clemons, J F Janis
1Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Gundersen/Lutheran Medical Center, La Crosse, Wisconsin, USA.
The Annals of Otology, Rhinology, and Laryngology
|October 1, 1995
Summary
Congenital midline cervical cleft is a rare neck disorder. This case highlights its distinct clinical features and appropriate management in an infant.
Area of Science:
- Medical Genetics
- Pediatric Surgery
- Developmental Biology
Background:
- Congenital midline cervical cleft is a rare congenital anomaly.
- Fewer than 35 cases reported in English literature.
- Association with respiratory epithelium is exceptionally rare.
Observation:
- An 18-month-old female presented with congenital midline cervical cleft.
- Clinical features included a cephalic skin tab, atrophic cleft, and caudal sinus.
- The patient's presentation aided in distinguishing it from other midline neck anomalies.
Findings:
- The case illustrates the typical clinical presentation of congenital midline cervical cleft.
- The management strategy for this rare condition was successfully implemented.
- This condition can present with associated respiratory epithelium, a rare finding.
Implications:
- Understanding the distinct clinical presentation aids in early diagnosis.
- Appropriate surgical treatment can effectively manage congenital midline cervical cleft.
- Further research into associated anomalies like bronchogenic cysts is warranted.