A 3-month-old female infant presents with a noticeable head tilt to the left. The mother reports a difficult breech delivery. On examination, a firm, non-tender mass is palpated in the mid-portion of the left SCM. Passive right neck rotation is limited to 10 degrees. The infant has mild flattening of the right occiput.
The mother asks about the prognosis. What is the most accurate statement based on current evidence?

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A 3-month-old female infant presents with a noticeable head tilt to the left. The mother reports a difficult breech delivery. On examination, a firm, non-tender mass is palpated in the mid-portion of the left SCM. Passive right neck rotation is limited to 10 degrees. The infant has mild flattening of the right occiput. 
 The mother asks about the prognosis. What is the most accurate statement based on current evidence?

Accepted Answer

Over 97% improve if treatment starts before 6 months.

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The condition will resolve on its own without treatment.

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Surgery is inevitable.

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Improvement is unlikely after 3 months of age.

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