A Neonate with Retroperitoneal Mature Cystic Teratoma – A Case Report

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Journal of Nepal Paediatric Society

Abstract

Retroperitoneal teratoma is a rare occurrence in neonates. They are usually asymptomatic and the only finding may be abdominal distension. We report an unusual case of a large retroperitoneal teratoma in a neonate who presented with abdominal distension. Imaging done showed a cystic lesion with calcifications, internal septations and fat dense areas. It was successfully managed by surgical excision, findings of which were consistent with that of a mature cystic teratoma. Despite being rare, we must consider retroperitoneal teratomas as a differential diagnosis of an abdominal mass in a newborn. Early detection and complete surgical excision may be life-saving.

First Page

147

Last Page

150

DOI

10.3126/jnps.v42i1.38113

Publication Date

11-27-2022

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