The sternoclavicular ganglion cyst, a rare pediatric diagnosis

Pediatr Dermatol. 2024 May-Jun;41(3):554-555. doi: 10.1111/pde.15553. Epub 2024 Feb 12.

Abstract

We briefly describe the case of a 4-year-old girl, referred for imaging of a small, firm, round, skin-colored, subcutaneous nodule that suddenly appeared at her right sternoclavicular junction. A plain radiograph was non-contributory, but ultrasonography revealed a small cystic structure, leading to the diagnosis of a sternoclavicular ganglion cyst. Sternoclavicular ganglion cysts are a rare diagnosis, with only seven reported pediatric cases. A watchful waiting approach can be adopted so long as they remain asymptomatic.

Keywords: ganglion cyst; pediatric; sternoclavicular; sternoclavicular ganglion cyst; ultrasound.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Letter

MeSH terms

  • Child, Preschool
  • Female
  • Ganglion Cysts* / diagnosis
  • Ganglion Cysts* / diagnostic imaging
  • Humans
  • Sternoclavicular Joint* / diagnostic imaging
  • Ultrasonography*