Question 1

what is the cure for cystic hygroma?

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No cure per se.: Cystic hygroma (ch) is typically seen around 12-22 weeks in fetuses with turner/down syndrome, or severe cardiac/skeletal anomalies. It's a marker of disorders and not a problem in and of itself. As such, no specific treatment is warranted in utero. It may lead to a pregnancy loss or completely resolve. Rare newborns have persistent ch and merit consultation with plastic surgery; tincture of time!

Question 2

what is the treatment for cystic hygroma?

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Excision if desired: The cystic hygroma is usually suspected due to size, location & characteristics. Laboratory examination of the excised mass confirms the initial assessment. Small defects may be left alone if desired. Many larger defects can interfere with general functions & should be removed.

Question 3

cmv igm 0.92 igg 378, had a fetus with cystic hygroma before & terminated this preg. is it safe to try to get preg again or do i need treatment first?

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Safe to get pregnant: just keep follow up with your obstetrician,good luck

Question 4

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 5

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 6

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 7

can fetus die from cystic hygroma?

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

Question 8

my aunt has cystic hygroma but doctors wont operate on her because she has a rare case of it. what can we do?

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Rare meaning what ?: Cystic hygroma is a well known benign entity that is commonly found in the neck  as a single mass but may occur as several smaller sites in different locations. In trained hands many can be partly or completely removed but the location & nearby structures may make surgery risky. Try to find out if this is the case & pursue a second opinion if you desire.

Question 9

dr terminated my preg. bec fetus had high n.t&cystic hygroma, what causes this kind of illness to a fetus?what was the reasons?

Accepted Answer

Cystic hygroma: is formed due to blockage of lymph drainage, could be due to genetic or environmental factors such as exposure to drugs / alcohol or viruses, what did you mean by "high N &amp; T in your fetus?

Question 10

what are the tests for cystic hygroma?

Accepted Answer

? Tests ?: The cystic hygroma is usually suspected due to size, location & characteristics. Laboratory examination of the excised mass confirms the initial assessment.

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