Transient hyperechogenicity of the fetal pericardium: a case report

Authors
Ibba, RM Zoppi, MA Floris, M Putzolu, M Monni, G
Citation
Rm. Ibba et al., Transient hyperechogenicity of the fetal pericardium: a case report, ULTRASOUN O, 16(2), 2000, pp. 197-199
Citations number
12
Categorie Soggetti
Reproductive Medicine
Journal title
ULTRASOUND IN OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY
ISSN journal
09607692 → ACNP
Volume
16
Issue
2
Year of publication
2000
Pages
197 - 199
Database
ISI
SICI code
0960-7692(200008)16:2<197:THOTFP>2.0.ZU;2-U
Abstract
An unusually echogenic fetal pericardium was visualized using ultrasound at 21 weeks' gestation. Serial prenatal examinations revealed its progressive , spontaneous resolution. Follow-up examinations of the newborn and infant failed to demonstrate any clinical or echocardiographic abnormality. The oc currence of this unusual pericardial abnormality and its transient nature s hould be considered during sonographic examination of the fetus.