What are congenital neck masses?

Also known as: congenital head and neck masses, congenital malformation of the neck.

Any swollen area of lump (cyst) located on the neck can be classified as a congenital neck mass. They can be large and physically disturbing, or barely noticeable to the naked eye.


Reviewed by: Yamilet Tirado, MD

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