Cervical teratomas represent approximately 3% of all congenital teratomas, and occur in approximately 1 in 20,000 to 1 in 40,000 live births.1 In the head and neck region, they are most commonly found in the cervical area, followed by the nasopharynx. Teratomas are derived from multipotent primitive germ cells that have the ability to differentiate into a variety of tissues. In addition, teratomas have a heterogeneous histologic appearance that may include cystic or solid areas with organoid patterns, as well as mature or immature components.
Congenital cervical teratoma: a case report
BIANCHI, Bernardo;
2010-01-01
Abstract
Cervical teratomas represent approximately 3% of all congenital teratomas, and occur in approximately 1 in 20,000 to 1 in 40,000 live births.1 In the head and neck region, they are most commonly found in the cervical area, followed by the nasopharynx. Teratomas are derived from multipotent primitive germ cells that have the ability to differentiate into a variety of tissues. In addition, teratomas have a heterogeneous histologic appearance that may include cystic or solid areas with organoid patterns, as well as mature or immature components.
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