Congenital Epulis Diagnosed Antenatally

Area of Science:

• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Pediatric Surgery
• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Background:

• Congenital epulis is a benign gingival tumor in newborns.
• It can lead to airway obstruction and feeding difficulties.
• Differential diagnosis includes teratoma, hemangioma, lymphatic malformation, and dermoid cysts.

Observation:

• A case of congenital epulis was diagnosed prenatally using ultrasonography.
• High-resolution ultrasonography provided a defined prenatal image of the tumor.

Findings:

• Prenatal ultrasonography can successfully image congenital epulis.
• This imaging helps narrow the differential diagnosis of neonatal oral masses.

Implications:

• Accurate prenatal diagnosis facilitates early management planning.
• High-resolution ultrasonography is crucial for differentiating congenital epulis from other conditions.
• Histopathological examination remains essential for definitive diagnosis.