Question 1

what is a cystic hygroma associated with?

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Nil to chromosomal: Cystic hygroma can be found in healthy babies or in babies born with chromosome abnormalities. The outcome is generally better for a baby that does not have a chromosome abnormality. About 60% of cystic hygromas result from chromosome abnormalities. Common disorders associated with cystic hygroma are turner syndrome and trisomies.

Question 2

need a specialist to evaluate rare cystic hygroma!?

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Genetics, MFM.: Cystic hygroma is typically seen with fetuses affected by turner syndrome or down syndrome. Seek care with a perinatal geneticist, genetic counselor and maternal-fetal medicine specialist to assess the final diagnosis and your reproductive options asap.

Question 3

ultrasound shows a cystic hygroma in chest. what does this mean?

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Lymphatic spaces: Cystic hygroma is  cavernous lymphatic spaces that communicate and grow to form large cysts that can infiltrate the surrounding tissue. Cystic hygromas can be discovered before birth or ineonatal period. Occasionally, the cystic hygroma may not be discovered until the patient is older. There are now chemical therapies where medication placed in multiple cystic areas to decrease size of lesion.

Question 4

had fetus with cystic hygroma,but normal karyotype, it was aborted, but i've cmv igm0.92 cmv igg378, was it related to the fetus condiditon??what 2do?

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Not related: CMV IgG and IgM, aren't a problem, just keep following up with your doctor, hopefully you have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy child, good luck

Question 5

my daughter had a cystic hygroma before she was born & luckily 4 her it resolved itself. are there any known effects that can affect the immune system?

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No: No known harmful effect, especially to the immune system.

Question 6

can a baby die from cystic hygroma?

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Cystic hygroma: Cystic hygroma often associated with fetal chromosomal anomaly some of which are lethal but not all.

Question 7

what kind of condition is a cystic hygroma?

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Developmental: Cystic hygromas are developmental anomalies of the lymphatics.  These are generally seen in children and become large and affect nearby organs, even though the lesions themselves are benign. These are often present in the neck, back and chest.

Question 8

what are some home remedies for cystic hygroma?

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Cystic hygroma: A cystic hygroma is an abnormality of the lymphatic system. A fetus diagnosed with a cystic hygroma has only a 17% chance of surviving and being born alive. There are no home remedies for a cystic hygroma.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: cystic hygroma?

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Cystic Hygroma: Most common form of lymphangioma.  Lesion that arises from lymphatic tissue. Often found in the left posterior triangle of neck and armpit.

Question 10

can fetus die from cystic hygroma?

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No, but: The underlying chromosomal problem may be fatal.

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