Article: Giant Sacrococcygeal Teratoma in a Neonate: A Case Report
Abstract
Sacrococcygeal teratomas are common tumours in neonates and infants, primarily affecting females. A 35-year-old primigravida presented with a large sacrococcygeal teratoma that was detected during the 30th week of gestation in the fetus. The baby was delivered via elective caesarean section at 36+3 weeks, and surgical excision of the 10x10x5 cm3 mass was performed successfully on the third day of life. Despite a surgical site infection, the patient had a favourable outcome with normal vital signs, bowel, bladder, and lower extremity functions upon discharge. Early diagnosis and prompt management of sacrococcygeal teratoma in newborns is vital for optimal outcomes, providing valuable insights and guidance to medical practitioners.
Anup Bista
Department of Anaesthesia and Critical Care, Patan Academy of Health Sciences, Lagankhel, Lalitpur, Nepal
Suson Ghimire
Department of Anaesthesia and Critical Care, Patan Academy of Health Sciences, Lagankhel, Lalitpur, Nepal
Niharaka Sharma Gaire
Department of Anaesthesia and Critical Care, Patan Academy of Health Sciences, Lagankhel, Lalitpur, Nepal
Pujan Bataju
Department of Intensive Care Unit and Neurosurgery, Metrocity Hospital, Srijana Chowk, Pokhara, Nepal
Dipesh Mishra
Department of Intensive Care Unit, Chirayu National Hospital and Medical Institute, Basundhara, Kathmandu, Nepal
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https://doi.org/10.31729/jnma.8251
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