Abstract :
Cystic hygromas are fluid filled sacs that result from blockage in lymphatic system. In developing foetus, it can progress to hydrops and eventually fetal death. Its occurrence is 1% in foetuses between 9–16 weeks of pregnancy. The risk for chromosomal abnormalities approaches 50% when cystic hygroma is found prenatally. In current case report, we have discussed a case of 20-year-old female diagnosed with cystic hygroma with Edward Syndrome of 15-weeks pregnancy. It could be managed with second trimester termination of pregnancy. Karyotyping of foetus diagnosed of Edward syndrome.
Keyword :
Cystic hygroma, Edward syndrome, Lymphatic system