Congenital lingual cysts.
Congenital lingual cysts are rare congenital tumors of the oropharynx, which should be suspected when the tongue appears enlarged by a mass. Prenatal diagnosis by ultrasound allows for an optimal management at the time of delivery because the mass can obstruct the airways. Unless the cyst enlarges and hinders feeding or breathing, surgical treatment is indicated only a few months after birth because spontaneous regression can sometimes be observed.
Karam
Oliver
O
Department of Paediatrics, Neonatology and Pediatric Intensive Care Service, University of Geneva's Hospital, 1211 Geneva, Switzerland. oliver.karam@hcuge.ch
Pfister
Riccardo E
RE
Extermann
Philippe
P
La Scala
Giorgio C
GC
D003560:Cysts / Q000151:congenital* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008297:Male; D014060:Tongue Diseases / Q000151:congenital* / Q000601:surgery