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Neuromuscular Choristoma of the Brachial Plexus Presenting as a Supraclavicular Mass in a Pediatric Patient: A Case Report.

Mikalyn Taylor DefoorManuela GaviriaAndrew LopuchErica KaoCasey M Sabbag
Published in: JBJS case connector (2024)
Neuromuscular choristoma involving the brachial plexus is a rare tumor that should be in the differential diagnosis of pediatric peripheral nerve-based tumors. The intimate association with neural elements limits complete resection. Therefore, open biopsy with partial resection is recommended. While postoperative fibromatosis may occur, open biopsy remains the gold standard for definitive diagnosis. Ultrasound can be used to monitor recurrence.
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