Case ReportInternational Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics

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A case of paroxysmal neck swelling

Int J Contemp Pediatr. 2025;12(9):1574-1575.DOI10.18203/2349-3291.ijcp20252614

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Abstract

Internal jugular vein ectasia is a rare congenital condition that often presents with neck swelling during straining in children. We reported a 5-year-old female with paroxysmal neck swelling noticed during activities like coughing or shouting. Imaging confirmed transient internal jugular vein ectasia. The patient was managed conservatively. Conservative management is preferred in asymptomatic cases, with surgical intervention reserved for complications.

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  1. Department of Pediatrics, Meenakshi Medical College and Research Institute, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India

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