Fetal posterior fossa malformations: review of the current knowledge

Ultrasound diagnosis of posterior fossa malformations in the prenatal period is a challenge, having major implications for the counseling and follow-up of pregnant women. The purpose of this study was to review aspects of the ultrasound evaluation of the fetal posterior fossa, as well as to describe...

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Published in:Radiologia brasileira 2019-11, Vol.52 (6), p.380-386
Main Authors: Milani, Hérbene Jose Figuinha, Barreto, Enoch Quindere de Sá, Ximenes, Renato Luis da Silveira, Baldo, Carlos Alberto Raimundo, Araujo Júnior, Edward, Moron, Antonio Fernandes
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Language:eng ; por
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RADIOLOGY, NUCLEAR MEDICINE & MEDICAL IMAGING
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Summary:Ultrasound diagnosis of posterior fossa malformations in the prenatal period is a challenge, having major implications for the counseling and follow-up of pregnant women. The purpose of this study was to review aspects of the ultrasound evaluation of the fetal posterior fossa, as well as to describe the most relevant ultrasound findings of the main posterior fossa malformations that can affect the fetus in the prenatal period.
ISSN:0100-3984
1678-7099
1678-7099
DOI:10.1590/0100-3984.2018.0141