Isolated Giant Congenital Macroglossia in a Nigerian Newborn

Abstract

Congenital macroglossia is a rare condition and the true incidence of isolated congenital macroglossia is unknown because of its association with multiple genetic syndromes. Its importance lies in the complications that this presentation can cause such as difficulty in feeding and breathing. We report a case of isolated massive tongue enlargement in a 10-hour old female term neonate with the aim of creating awareness about this clinical condition