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Endoscopic Sub-Platysmal Release Technique for Congenital Muscular Torticollis in Pediatric Patients: A Retrospective Analysis of 44 Cases

  • By

  • Yanhua Feng

  • Qiang Ren

  • Jing Feng

  • Qingfeng Ji

  • Jingyan Li

  • June 16, 2026

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    Congenital muscular torticollis (CMT) is a common condition in children caused by unilateral contracture of the sternocleidomastoid muscle.

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    The study analyzed 44 pediatric patients who underwent an endoscopic sub-platysmal release technique after conservative treatment failure.

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    Significant improvements were observed in neck rotation and lateral bending deficiencies post-surgery, with high satisfaction rates.

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    The endoscopic technique resulted in minimal blood loss, a short operative time, and no observed complications.

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    This approach offers a safe, effective, and cosmetically favorable alternative to traditional open surgeries for CMT.

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Endoscopic release of congenital muscular torticollis in children via a sub-platysmal approach: a retrospective study of 44 cases

  • by Yanhua Feng, Qiang Ren, Jing Feng, Qingfeng Ji, Jingyan Li

  • June 16, 2026

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