Nasal septal teratoma in a child
2007
Nasal Septal Teratoma in a Child
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Ibekwe Titus S, Kokong Daniel D, Ngwu Bethrand A, Akinyemi Oluwole A, Nwaorgu Onyekwere G, Akang Effiong E
Primary Institution: University College Hospital Ibadan, Nigeria
Conclusion
The prognosis for benign teratoma of the nasal septum is good following total surgical excision.
Supporting Evidence
- The tumor was histologically confirmed as a mature teratoma.
- The patient was symptom-free after 31 months of follow-up.
- Only two previous cases of nasal septal teratoma have been documented in the world literature.
Takeaway
A little girl had a rare tumor in her nose, but after surgery to remove it, she got better and hasn't had any problems since.
Methodology
The case involved surgical excision of a nasal teratoma in an 18-month-old girl, followed by a 31-month follow-up.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
An 18-month-old Nigerian female.
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