complete involution of prenatally-diagnosed fetal scalp hemangioma
;Eun Ju Jo;Suk-Joo Choi;Soo-young Oh;Byung Kwan Park;Cheong-Rae Roh;Jong-Hwa Kim
spermova2014Vol. 53pp. 86-89
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jo2014taiwanesecomplete
Abstract
Objective: Scalp hemangioma is a rare benign fetal tumor. Here, we describe the detailed imaging features and natural course of a fetal scalp hemangioma until 1 year of age.
Case report: We encountered a case of scalp hemangioma at 23 weeks’ gestation by prenatal ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging. The mass persisted postnatally, but spontaneously regressed after birth.
Conclusion: Proper diagnosis with prenatal ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging is important when a scalp mass is suspected in utero. Continuation of the pregnancy after appropriate counseling is prudent, considering the favorable prognosis and the rate of spontaneous regression of uncomplicated cases.