Congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation: a case report

Objective 

It is aimed to present a case of type 1 congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation which is prenatally diagnosed,and to discuss the management in these cases.

Case 

A 26-year-old gravida 1 patient was referred to our clinic at 20 weeks gestation. A detailed ultrasound scan was revealed that multiple anechoic cystic lesions at right lung. No additional anomaly was detected during the examinations of other systems.Type 1 congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation was diagnosed. Parents were informed about the fetal prognosis. Patient lost the follow-up and after two months, she applied to emergency with the complaint of pain. There was no fetal heart rate at the ultrasound examination and fetus was delivered vaginally.

Conclusion 

The differential diagnosis of type 1 congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation and the presence of concomitant anomalies are important for the management of these cases. The prognosis is good in cases with type 1 congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation without any other accompanying anomalies. Conservative management should be applied to these patients.

Keywords

Congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation, Prenatal diagnosis, Management

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	Figure 1 CCAM type 1
	Figure 2 CCAM Type 1