Prenatal diagnosis of an epignathus: a case report and review of the literature.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
An epignathus is an extremely rare form of teratoma that arises from the oral cavity, most commonly from the palate. We describe a case identified sonographically at 17 weeks' gestation after a raised maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein was recorded. This pregnancy was terminated but we review the literature over the last 10 years and describe the management options available in such cases.
Medical subject headings
- Fetal Diseases
- Oropharyngeal Neoplasms
- Pregnancy Complications, Neoplastic
- Teratoma
- Ultrasonography, Prenatal