Diagnosis and management of cervicofacial congenital teratomas: about 4 cases, literature review and restatement

Cervicofacial teratomas are rare developmental Lesions, more often benign in their histology. They can lead to respiratory distress and death caused by airway obstruction at birth. Prenatal diagnosis raises on ultrasound examination precising locoregional consequencesof the tumor and surgical possibilities. In the propitious cases, prenatal MRI examination is useful to precise tumor's limits and cerebral status of the foetus. At birth, coordinate management involving anaesthetists, paediatricians and specialized surgeons decrease morbidity and mortality. Complete early surgical excision must be managed as soon as possible and planned thanks to TDM end MRI examination. (C) 2006 Elsevier Masson SAS. Tous droits reserves.