Oropharyngeal teratoma in a newborn: A case report

Background: Facial teratomas are rare congenital tumors in the craniocervical region. They constitute only 2-5% of all childhood teratomas. Case Presentation: This report presents a case of an oral teratoma in an infant, attached to the palate and extending sublingually on the right side, along with...

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Main Authors: Dania Bouguermouh (Author), Said Boutemeur (Author), Fatma Hamel (Author)
Format: Book
Published: EL-Med-Pub, 2023-12-01T00:00:00Z.
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Summary:Background: Facial teratomas are rare congenital tumors in the craniocervical region. They constitute only 2-5% of all childhood teratomas. Case Presentation: This report presents a case of an oral teratoma in an infant, attached to the palate and extending sublingually on the right side, along with a cleft palate. The patient underwent successful surgical excision on the 17th day of life performed by a team of pediatric and maxillofacial surgeons. Conclusion: The case emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary coordination for the management of facial teratomas, involving maxillofacial and pediatric surgeons, neonatologists, anesthesiologists, and obstetrics specialists.
Item Description:10.47338/jns.v12.1187
2226-0439