Korean J Obstet Gynecol.
1997 Feb;40(2):434-438.
One Case of Fetal Cystic Hygroma Diagnosed at the 11-1th Weeks of Gestational Age
- Affiliations
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- 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kyung Hee, Pundang Cha General Hospital, Korea.
Abstract
- Fetal cystic hygromas are congenital malformations of the lymphatic system manifested as single or multiloculated fluid-filled cavities in the neck region. Cystic hygroma is characterized by cystic appearance of posterior or lateral portion of the neck. A case of cystic hygroma, diagnosed antenatally by ultrasound at the 11(+1)th week of pregnancy and confirmed by autopsy, is presented with a brief review of literatures.
