Intrauterine mediastinal teratoma associated with non-immune hydrops fetalis |
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| Authors: | Z Weinraub Dr U Gembruch H J Födisch M Hansmann |
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| Institution: | 1. Zentrum für Frauenheilkunde und Geburtshilfe, Abteilung für Pränatale Diagnostik und Therapie der Universität Bonn, Sigmund-Freud-Strasse 25, 5300 Bonn Venusberg, F.R.G.;2. Institut für Kinderpathologie der Universität Bonn, Sigmund-Freud-Strasse 25, 5300 Bonn Venusberg, F.R.G. |
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| Abstract: | We describe a rare case of non-immune hydrops fetalis caused by mediastinal teratoma. The sonographic appearance was that of a mixed cystic and solid mass in the antero-superior mediastinum. The teratoma, on post mortem, extended cranially to the upper part of the thyroid, exerting pressure and causing deviation of the trachea, oesophagus, and aortic arch. The pathogenesis of non-immune hydrops fetalis suggests obstruction of venous return caused by this tumour. |
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| Keywords: | Mediastinal teratoma Tumour Non-immune hydrops fetalis Fetus Ultrasonography Prenatal diagnosis |
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