Fetus in fetu: A rare case report
Atul Sharma1, Ashok Goyal, Santosh Sharma
1Resident Doctor, Department of General Surgery, Government Medical College, Kota (Raj), India.
Summary
Fetus in fetu, a rare parasitic twin condition, presents as an abdominal mass in infants. Early imaging diagnosis and surgical excision are key for a curative outcome in this congenital anomaly.
Area of Science:
- Medical Science
- Pediatric Surgery
- Radiology
Background:
- Fetus in fetu is a rare congenital anomaly involving a malformed fetus within its twin.
- It is typically identified as an abdominal mass in infants, representing a parasitic diamniotic, monozygotic twin.
Observation:
- Presents a case of a two-month-old female infant with fetus in fetu.
- Highlights the importance of differentiating fetus in fetu from teratoma, which has malignant potential.
Findings:
- Fetus in fetu should be considered in the differential diagnosis of abdominal masses in infants.
- Imaging techniques are crucial for accurate pre-operative diagnosis of this rare condition.
Implications:
- Early and accurate diagnosis through imaging can guide surgical intervention.
- Complete surgical excision is a curative treatment for fetus in fetu.
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