title: Management of congenital anomalies of the neck.
abstract: This article, although not exhaustive, highlights the most common congenital anomalies of the neck. The diagnostic possibilities for a neck mass are extensive, and congenital malformations account for a minority of neck masses. The misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment of a neck mass may have serious consequences for the patient. Therefore, a standardized and complete approach to the evaluation of neck masses is required. As stressed in this article, a thorough history and physical examination form the cornerstones of such an evaluation. The fact that congenital lesions of the neck have varied manifestations and may present at any age should always be considered.
authors.affiliation: Department of Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery, University of California Davis Medical Center, Sacramento 95817, USA. danny_e@thegrid.net
authors.forename: D J
authors.initials: DJ
authors.lastname: Enepekides
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001934:Branchial Region / Q000002:abnormalities / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008208:Lymphatic System / Q000002:abnormalities* / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D009333:Neck / Q000002:abnormalities* / Q000601:surgery*; D011379:Prognosis; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000379:methods*; D013955:Thyroglossal Cyst / Q000151:congenital / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery*; D016896:Treatment Outcome