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Abdominopelvic tumors of infancy: a pictorial essay

Abubakr O Bajaber1, Mody A Almarshad2, Ahmed I Aldraihem3

  • 1College of Medicine, Alfaisal University, 50927, Riyadh, 11533, Saudi Arabia. bajaberabubakr@gmail.com.

Pediatric Radiology
|January 10, 2025
PubMed

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Infant abdominal and pelvic masses, both benign and malignant, require accurate diagnosis. This review details imaging features to help radiologists differentiate tumors from non-neoplastic conditions, improving infant care.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Radiology
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Abdominal and pelvic masses in infants pose diagnostic challenges due to diverse pathologies.
  • Both benign and malignant tumors occur, causing parental distress.
  • Accurate differentiation is crucial for timely intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To illustrate various benign and malignant abdominal and pelvic tumors in infants.
  • To highlight key imaging characteristics of these infant tumors.
  • To guide radiologists in distinguishing tumors from mimickers.

Main Methods:

  • Review of imaging findings for infant abdominal and pelvic masses.
  • Correlation of imaging features with histopathological diagnoses.
  • Comparison of neoplastic and non-neoplastic conditions with similar imaging presentations.

Main Results:

  • Specific imaging patterns are characteristic of different infant tumors.
  • Non-neoplastic conditions can mimic neoplastic masses on imaging.
  • Integration of clinical data with imaging is essential for accurate diagnosis.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate interpretation of imaging is vital for diagnosing infant abdominal and pelvic masses.
  • Distinguishing between benign, malignant, and non-neoplastic conditions improves patient management.
  • Timely diagnosis enhances infant outcomes and quality of life.

Keywords:
AbdominalBenignDiagnostic imagingInfantMalignantMassPelvicTumor

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