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Mesenchymal hamartoma of the chest wall: Prenatal sonographic manifestations.

Authors :
Wie, Jeong ha
Kim, Ju Yeon
Kwon, Ji Young
Ko, Hyun Sun
Shin, Jong Chul
Park, In Yang
Source :
Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology Research. Jun2013, Vol. 39 Issue 6, p1217-1221. 5p. 3 Black and White Photographs, 1 Chart.
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

Mesenchymal hamartoma of the chest wall is a rare, benign lesion that arises from one or more ribs, almost exclusively found in infants. Some cases that developed in the fetal period have been reported, but accurate diagnosis was usually possible only after birth, except in a few cases in which fetal magnetic resonance imaging or computed tomography were performed. We present a case of a congenital mesenchymal hamartoma of the chest wall. Although the diagnosis was not confirmed until birth, the prenatal sonographic examination showed strongly suggestive findings. We review the published reports on this condition, and suggest the prenatal sonographic features. Prenatal sonography is valuable in the differential diagnosis of chest mass. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
13418076
Volume :
39
Issue :
6
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology Research
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
87972812
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/jog.12040