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Mature Cystic Oral Teratoma in a Neonate- A Case Report
Anoushka Sahai1, Kartik Narkhede1, Pooja Shriwastav1
1Department of ENT and Head-Neck Surgery, Seth G.S. Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, India.
Background:
Neonatal oral cavity masses present complex diagnostic and management challenges, often involving respiratory distress. We present a case of a 1-day-old male neonate with an oral cavity mass and respiratory distress, whose antenatal scan revealed polyhydramnios and a nasopalatine cyst.
Case Report:
Clinical examination revealed a 5 * 5 cm cystic swelling arising from the right hard palate. CT scans confirmed an intraoral cystic lesion with a complete cleft palate and excluded oropharyngeal/neck extension. Aspiration of cystic fluid facilitated surgical excision, leading to a histopathological diagnosis of mature cystic teratoma. Primary closure of the soft palate defect was performed. Histopathological examination revealed it to be mature cystic teratoma.
Conclusion:
This case underscores the intricate interplay between antenatal imaging, clinical assessment, and surgical intervention in managing neonatal oral cavity masses. The successful excision and histopathological confirmation of a mature cystic teratoma highlights the significance of accurate diagnosis and timely intervention. The complexities surrounding neonatal oral cavity masses necessitate a comprehensive approach to optimize patient outcomes.
