Heterotopic brain tissue on the face and neck in a neonate: A rare case report and literature review

Abstract

Heterotopic brain tissue (HBT) most commonly occurs in the nasal region and it is often referred to as a nasal glioma. Nonnasal locations for ectopic brain tissue are less commonly described. In English literature, only six cases have been reported that share some features (face or neck location) of this case. The presented case is the fourth case, located in both face and neck, and the one, which is the most extensive with its dimensions. According to location of heterotopic brain may lead to dystocia. We reported HBT of the face and neck in a neonate and the differential diagnosis, etiopathogenic mechanisms and clinical courses are reviewed and discussed.

Keywords::

• Heterotopic brain
• etiology
• differential diagnosis

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