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Complete involution of prenatally-diagnosed fetal scalp hemangioma
Eun Ju Jo1, Suk-Joo Choi1, Soo-young Oh1
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea.
Objective:
Scalp hemangioma is a rare benign fetal tumor. Here, we describe the detailed imaging features and natural course of a fetal scalp hemangioma until 1 year of age.
Case Report:
We encountered a case of scalp hemangioma at 23 weeks' gestation by prenatal ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging. The mass persisted postnatally, but spontaneously regressed after birth.
Conclusion:
Proper diagnosis with prenatal ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging is important when a scalp mass is suspected in utero. Continuation of the pregnancy after appropriate counseling is prudent, considering the favorable prognosis and the rate of spontaneous regression of uncomplicated cases.
