Paired unilateral scapular pits in a neonate

Pediatr Dermatol. 2023 Jan;40(1):142-143. doi: 10.1111/pde.15125. Epub 2022 Aug 29.

Abstract

Congenital skin pits have been observed as a sporadic anatomic variant as well as in association with trauma, maternal infection, genetic syndromes, and metabolic disorders. We present a case of a neonate with paired unilateral scapular pits, which to our knowledge has not yet been reported. Although this is favored to be a benign finding in an otherwise healthy baby, we review important considerations in the clinical evaluation of a neonate with congenital skin pitting.

Keywords: congenital skin pits; skin dimples.

Publication types

  • Review
  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Scapula*
  • Skin
  • Skin Abnormalities*