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Neonatal goiter: imaging findings in two children
J M Stoane1, J O Haller, A F Price
1Department of Radiology, State University of New York, Health Science Center at Brooklyn, 450 Clarkson Avenue, Box 1208, Brooklyn, NY 11203, USA.
Pediatric Radiology
|January 1, 1996
Summary
Neonatal goiter, a rare cause of neck masses and stridor, can be diagnosed using various imaging techniques. This study reviews imaging findings for diagnosing neonatal goiter, aiding clinicians when diagnosis is unclear.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Endocrinology
- Neonatal Imaging
- Diagnostic Radiology
Background:
- Neonatal goiter presents as a rare neck mass, potentially causing stridor.
- Clinical diagnosis is often sufficient, but imaging is crucial for complex cases.
- No standardized algorithm exists for evaluating neonatal neck masses.
Observation:
- This study examines two cases of neonatal goiter.
- It details imaging findings from plain film radiography, sonography, scintigraphy, and CT scans.
- These modalities aid in the rapid diagnosis of neonatal goiter.
Findings:
- Plain film radiography, sonography, scintigraphy, and CT provide valuable diagnostic information.
- Imaging helps differentiate neonatal goiter from other neck masses.
- Specific findings on each modality are demonstrated.
Implications:
- Highlights the utility of diverse imaging techniques for neonatal goiter diagnosis.
- Emphasizes the need for a structured approach to neonatal neck mass evaluation.
- Aids clinicians in managing challenging diagnostic dilemmas in neonates.