Presentation
Swelling at the anterior fontanelle since birth
Patient Data
Age: 6 months
Gender: Male
From the case:
Anterior fontanelle inclusion cyst
{"current_user":null,"step_through_annotations":true,"access":{"can_edit":false,"can_download":true,"can_toggle_annotations":true,"can_feature":false,"can_pin":false},"extraPropsURL":"/studies/70087/annotated_viewer_json?iframe=true\u0026lang=us"}
An extracranial cystic swelling is noted related to the anterior fontanelle. It displays clear fluid content (average density of 5 HU) with no intracranial extension. No other congenital malformation detected.
Case Discussion
Anterior fontanelle inclusion cyst is a congenital cystic lesion of the anterior fontanelle without intracranial extension. Management is by complete surgical resection.