Diagnostics (Jan 2024)

Immature Sacrococcygeal Teratoma: A Case Report and Extensive Review of the Literature

  • Valentin Nicolae Varlas,
  • Eliza Maria Cloțea,
  • Roxana Georgiana Varlas,
  • Anca Pop,
  • Ovidiu Peneș,
  • Dragoș Crețoiu,
  • Vlad Dima,
  • Laura Bălănescu

DOI
https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics14030246
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 14, no. 3
p. 246

Abstract

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Immature sacrococcygeal teratoma represents a histological form with rapid tumor growth, a risk of premature birth, an enhanced rate of complications, an increased risk of recurrence, and a higher mortality rate than the mature type. Thus, prenatal diagnosis of immature forms would significantly improve the prognosis of these cases. To this end, we performed an extensive literature review on the diagnosis, therapeutic management, and follow-up of immature teratomas. Regarding this medical conduct, we also presented our case. In conclusion, the early identification of immature sacrococcygeal teratomas with or without other associated structural abnormalities and their correct therapeutic approach are basic principles for a favorable evolution of these cases.

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