Cystic hygroma is a birth defect that affects the lymphatic system. It appears as a fluid-filled sac or lump, usually in the neck area, and can cause a range of symptoms depending on its size and location. Cystic hygroma is typically diagnosed during pregnancy or shortly after birth and may be treated with surgery, medications, or other therapies depending on the individual case.
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Is it possible for cystic hygroma to disappear in pregnancy within two weeks of diagnosis?
Query: Hi doctor,My ultrasound taken at ten weeks of pregnancy confirmed 3.5 mm of cystic hygroma. But my ultrasound taken at 12 weeks confirmed cystic hygroma resolved with NT of 1.4 mm (at 12 weeks). My NIPT test screening results showed low risk (attached). It showed that there is a low risk of having t... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Thanks for trusting us about your health care. I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. Here are the answers to your questions.1) It is usually associated with down syndrome, and it may reappear.2) There is no need to worry about it because hygroma ... Read Full »
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