Prenatal diagnosis of epignathus with multiple malformations in one fetus of a twin pregnancy using three-dimensional ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging
Obstetrics & Gynecology Science
;
: 65-68, 2015.
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in English
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| ID: wpr-221361
ABSTRACT
Epignathus is an extremely rare type of congenital teratoma arising in the oral cavity. Although it is a benign tumor, it is associated with high mortality and morbidity rates because of severe airway obstruction and other malformations. We present a case of epignathus affecting one fetus in a twin pregnancy. The tumor was associated with multiple congenital malformations including cleft palate, bifid tongue, bifid uvula, congenital heart defect, and bilateral inguinal hernias. The diagnostic value of three-dimensional ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging was explored with respect to antenatal counseling and peripartum management.
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Main subject:
Prenatal Diagnosis
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Teratoma
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Tongue
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Uvula
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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Mortality
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Ultrasonography
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Cleft Palate
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Counseling
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Airway Obstruction
Type of study:
Diagnostic study
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Prognostic study
Language:
English
Journal:
Obstetrics & Gynecology Science
Year:
2015
Type:
Article
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