Rare fetal tumors

Authors : Ümit Taşdemir, Gökhan Eyisoy, Murad Gezer, Ayşenur Cerrah Celayir, Mucize Eriç Özdemir, Oya Demirci

Pages : 353-358

Doi:10.38136/jgon.1597630

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Publication Date : 2024-12-28

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Aim: Congenital tumors in fetuses are exceedingly uncommon. The majority of these tumors will be primarily addressed through intrauterine surveillance. They may occur without any clinical symptoms or could lead to serious complications, such as hydrops. Recent progress in prenatal genetic diagnostics and imaging techniques has significantly enhanced the ability to detect fetal tumors and congenital anomalies. Materials and methods: A retrospective case series was conducted at a tertiary referral center over a ten-year period, from January 1, 2014, to January 1, 2024, on confirmed cases of fetal tumors identified within our perinatology center. Patients suspected of having fetal tumors underwent biweekly ultrasonographic assessments to monitor critical parameters. Relatively more common cases of fetal tumors (lymphangioma and sacrococcygeal teratoma) were not included in the study. Results: A total of 16 cases of various type of fetal tumors from different origins were identified. Associated anomalies were identified in three cases, including two cases of epignathus and the case of glioblastoma multiforme. Fetal growth restriction, fetal anemia and amniotic fluid abnormalities were not detected in any of the cases during prenatal monitoring. Hydrops occurred only in one case involving an intrapericardial teratoma. Eleven cases managed to reached delivery and four of them required surgery. Malignancy was detected in 2 cases after surgical intervention Conclusion: Ultrasonography is the first step imaging method for evaluation of the fetal tumors. However, it is not always easy to determine the location and histology diagnosis of the mass by ultrasonography.
Keywords : Fetal tümör, nadir tümör, prenatal tanı, ultrasonografi