Prenatal ultrasonic diagnosis of epignathus
โ Scribed by Kil Won Kang; Samuel L. Hissong; Alvin Langer
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons
- Year
- 1978
- Tongue
- English
- Weight
- 203 KB
- Volume
- 6
- Category
- Article
- ISSN
- 0091-2751
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โฆ Synopsis
Abstract
This case demonstrated a mass seen on an ultrasound scan performed prior to amniocentesis to determine fetal maturity. It emphasizes the importance of scanning the entire contents of the amniotic sac rather than simply looking at the portion for which the examination was ordered. It is important to recognize such lesions to prepare for adequate management of the airway in the neonate, to prepare for surgical excision as soon as feasible, and to prepare the family for the birth of a baby with a congenital abnormality.
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