Enteric Duplication cysts (EDCs) are uncommon digestive tract fetal abnormalities with unknown causes. Prenatal diagnosis is more common, and the distal ileum is where the majority of EDCs emerge. Ultrasonography is the preferred technique for EDCs diagnosis. Imaging findings can be abnormal in complex EDCs. To reduce risks, surgical intervention is required.
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What does the ultrasound of my 18-week fetus show?
Query: Hi doctor, My ultrasound report showed well-defined anechoic lesion measuring 3.9 cm in length and 1.6 cm width in the lower abdomen of the 18 weeks fetus. No echoes are seen within it. It is showing peristalsis. Stomach and gall bladder visualized. No evidence of ascites. Abnormal wall intact. Kidn... Read Full »
Dr. Geetha Priyadarsini Kamminana
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have been through the report posted (attachment removed to protect patient identity). An anechoic lesion defines a lesion that is clear and simple that means, the cyst visualized is a simple cyst. There are some cysts like a mesenteric cyst, omental cyst or neurobla... Read Full »