Encephalocoele Presenting As Naso-Frontal Swelling – Report Of Two Cases

Abstract

This article is aimed at reporting the mode of presentation of two cases of encephalocoele and the need for a high index of suspicion in diagnosis. These cases of naso-frontal encephalocoele in Nigerian infants, presented as swelling on the dorsum of the nose. CT scan revealed associated congenital abnormalities as well as establishing the correct diagnosis. Although encephalocoele has been known to present as naso-frontal swelling, a high index of suspicion and good diagnostic work up are necessary to establish the diagnosis and to plan definitive surgery.

Keywords: Encephalocoele, Naso-frontal, diagnosis, Treatment in Nigerian infants.

Annals of Biomedical Science Vol. 4 (1) 2005: pp. 44-48