Prenatal Diagnosis and Management of a Fetal Intra-Abdominal Teratoma: A Case Report and Review of the Literature

We report on a case of a large intra-abdominal teratoma diagnosed antenatally and managed successfully after birth. Intra-abdominal teratomas are rare in prenatal life. Ultrasound examination shows a heterogenic tumor with cystic and solid components. After postpartum surgical removal, the prognosis is generally good.

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