Neonatal Teratoma of the Neck Causing Respiratory Distress: a Case Report
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This is a case of a neonate with a large cervical mass and respiratory distress at birth. Radiological investigations revealed a predominantly solid mass with calcifications and multiple cysts, suggesting a teratoma. Patient died while being prepared for surgery and autopsy confirmed an immature teratoma. The clinical and pathological characteristics of paediatric cervical teratomas are discussed.
A huge immature cervical teratoma; antenatal diagnosis, and its management - an unusual entity.
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PMID: 24027746 PMC: 3761953. DOI: 10.4103/2249-4847.109249.
Malignant cervical teratoma: report of a case in a newborn.
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PMID: 15895292 DOI: 10.1007/s00405-005-0917-2.