Differences in Origin and Outcome of Intra-Abdominal Cysts in Male and Female Fetuses.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To investigate the origin and outcome in a cohort of male and female fetuses with intra-abdominal cysts, in order to provide recommendations on management and to improve prenatal counselling.

Methods

From 2002 to 2016, intra-abdominal cysts were detected by ultrasound in 158 fetuses. Cases with an umbilical vein varix were excluded. Fetal, neonatal, and maternal characteristics were retrieved from electronic patient files.

Results

In female fetuses (n = 114), intra-abdominal cysts were diagnosed at a later gestational age compared with male fetuses (n = 44) (median 32.0 vs. 21.5 weeks, p < 0.001). The maximum prenatal cyst diameter was larger in female fetuses (median 35 vs. 17 mm, p < 0.001). Associated anomalies were less frequent in females (n = 15, 13.2%

SUBMITTER: Husen M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6878854 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature