COLOR DOPPLER IMAGING OF THE THYROID-GLAND IN A FETUS WITH CONGENITALGOITER - A CASE-REPORT

Fetal goiter is a rare disorder, usually associated with maternal thyr oid disease. Antenatal diagnosis of fetal goiter is crucial for the im mediate postpartum management of these neonates. A case report is pres ented of an antenatally diagnosed fetal goiter induced by antithyroid medications. Color Doppler was used to demonstrate a high flow pattern that, unlike in the adult goiter, was associated with hypothyroidism in the neonate. A scan of fetal neck region is recommended in patients with current or previous history of thyroid disease, or if neck exten sion is noted on routine examination of fetal spine.