Fibromatosis colli- pseudotumor of infancy of sternocleidomastoid ---a case report

Abstract

Fibromatosis colli- pseudotumor of infancy of sternocleidomastoid is a fibromatosis of infants that involves the sternocleidomastoid muscle. It usually presents in neonates and/or infants. If diagnosed correctly & on time, undue fears of parents and unnecessary investigations can be avoided. Its management is though Conservative, Physiotherapy is usually advised to speed up the recovery & to minimize the complications like torticollis. Ultrasonography (USG) is the imaging modality of choice for diagnosis. Cross sectional imaging like CT scan or MRI may help to further delineate the disease and to know the extent of muscle involvement. Here, we present a case of an 18-days old baby boy came with complains of right sided neck swelling noticed by parents for a week. The swelling was not present at the time of birth.