Abstract
We report a case of a maturing immature intraventricular teratoma in a neonate. The
computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging and pathologic findings are described.
The relevant literature is reviewed and management is discussed.
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Publication history
Published online: March 08, 2010
Accepted:
July 20,
2008
Received:
June 20,
2008
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