Sacrococcygeal Teratoma with Yolk Sac Component in a Neonate

Sacrococcygeal teratoma (SCT) is the most common congenital tumor in neonates. SCT may be benign (mature and immature) or malignant. Malignancy is rare in SCT diagnosed before 2 months of age. Here, we describe a neonate having a mature teratoma with a focus of malignant yolk sac tumor within and th...

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Published in:Journal of neonatal surgery 2015-07, Vol.4 (3), p.33
Main Authors: Chandrasekhar Khanolkar, Ashwini, Chirag Thakkar, Nirali, Kumar Sarin, Yogesh
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Language:English
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Summary:Sacrococcygeal teratoma (SCT) is the most common congenital tumor in neonates. SCT may be benign (mature and immature) or malignant. Malignancy is rare in SCT diagnosed before 2 months of age. Here, we describe a neonate having a mature teratoma with a focus of malignant yolk sac tumor within and the difficulties faced in its management.
ISSN:2226-0439
2226-0439
DOI:10.47338/jns.v4.266