Abstract
A large intrapericardial mass was incidentally found in a fetus at 32 weeks gestational age, which was accompanied by a significant pericardial effusion. The baby was delivered by cesarean section and had surgical removal of the tumor on the second day of life. Alpha-fetoprotein was elevated. The pathologic analysis demonstrated a grade I immature teratoma with foci of hepatoid tissue. The patient had an uneventful postoperative recovery. A review of the literature and pathologic implications are discussed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | e6-e8 |
Journal | Annals of Thoracic Surgery |
Volume | 78 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jul 2004 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
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