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Sonographic evaluation of epignathus.

I Tsitouridis¹, D Sidiropoulos, M Michaelides

¹Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Papageorgiou General Hospital, Thessaloniki, Greece.

|February 26, 2009

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Epignathus, a rare teratoid tumor, can obstruct a newborn's airway, often proving fatal. Early prenatal diagnosis via ultrasound is crucial for planning management and potential neonatal surgery.

Keywords:

epignathus hard palate hydramniosis teratoma

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Genetics

Background:

Epignathus is an exceedingly rare teratoid tumor originating from the palate or pharynx near the basisphenoid region.
These tumors fill the buccal cavity and protrude from the mouth, posing significant risks to neonatal survival.

Observation:

A case of epignathus originating from the hard palate is presented.
The tumor was identified in a female infant delivered at 33 weeks gestation via cesarean section due to increasing hydramnios.

Findings:

The teratoid tumor presented as a large mass originating from the hard palate.
The condition necessitated delivery via cesarean section due to complications arising from the tumor and hydramnios.

Implications:

Prenatal sonographic diagnosis of epignathus is vital for genetic counseling and obstetric management.
Early detection allows for planning of potential neonatal surgical interventions, improving outcomes for affected infants.