congenital pseudoarthrosis of the clavicle

Congenital pseudoarthrosis of the clavicle is a rare condition, which typically presents as an isolated anatomical variant.

Clinical presentation

Usually presents as a midclavicular swelling in the neonate or young child .

Pathology

Congenital pseudoarthrosis of the clavicle is more common on the right, although it can be bilateral . The etiology is unknown but an intrauterine pathogenesis is favored over non-union of birth trauma.

Associations
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