Swollen neck in children: a report of two cases

Two cases of swollen neck during straining, coughing, or crying caused by internal jugular vein dilatation that were diagnosed by ultrasonography and computed tomography are presented. With a review of the literature the aetiology and diagnostic procedure are discussed.

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Published in:Pediatric radiology 1990-07, Vol.20 (6), p.485-486
Main Authors: Kovanlikaya, I, Günbay, M U, Pirnar, T, Ceryan, K
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Child
Dilatation, Pathologic - etiology
Humans
Jugular Veins - diagnostic imaging
Jugular Veins - pathology
Male
Neck
Tomography, X-Ray Computed
Ultrasonography
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Summary:Two cases of swollen neck during straining, coughing, or crying caused by internal jugular vein dilatation that were diagnosed by ultrasonography and computed tomography are presented. With a review of the literature the aetiology and diagnostic procedure are discussed.
ISSN:0301-0449
1432-1998
DOI:10.1007/BF02075218