Author/Authors :
Takrouri, Mohamad Said Maani King Fahed Medical City - Department of Anesthesia, Saudi Arabia , Al-Qahtani, Aayed King Saud University - College of Medicine - Division of Pediatric Surgery, Saudi Arabia , Ali, Ali Moustafa King Fahed Medical City - Dept of Anesthesiology, Saudi Arabia , Al Shakweer, Wafaa King Fahed Medical City - Dept of Anesthesiology, Saudi Arabia , Kalou, Mohammed Maen King Fahed Medical City - Dept of Anesthesiology, Saudi Arabia , Radwan, Sabry Mohammed King Fahed Medical City - Dept of Anesthesiology, Saudi Arabia
Abstract :
We report a challenging case of a newborn with a massive anterior mediastinal teratoma (MT), occupying nearly the right hemithorax, presenting at birth with life threatening respiratory distress (RD). Optimal approach and outcome was achieved with a coordinated, multidisciplinary approach.
Keywords :
Mediastinal , Teratoma , Neonate , Anesthesia , Airway
