During intrauterine surgery to correct congenital
cystic adenomatoid malformation, abnormal lung tissue that does not properly
function is removed. The procedure is performed when large cysts present a risk
to maternal and fetal health.
Also
Known As:
- Intrauterine
surgery
- Pregnancy
surgery
- Fetal surgery
- Fetal intervention
Conditions
Treated with Intrauterine Surgery to Correct Congenital Cystic Adenomatoid
Malformation:
Intrauterine surgery to correct congenital cystic
adenomatoid malformation may be utilized in cases of abnormal lung tissue or
fetal or maternal hydrops.
Betamethasone is a non-surgical alternative to
intrauterine surgery to correct congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation. A
postnatal lobectomy and postnatal drainage of cysts with shunt catheter are
surgical alternatives to the procedure.
Anesthesia
with Intrauterine Surgery to Correct Congenital Cystic Adenomatoid
Malformation:
Intrauterine surgery to correct congenital cystic
adenomatoid malformation is performed under general anesthesia, which means
that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.
Potential
Complications from Intrauterine Surgery to Correct Congenital Cystic Adenomatoid
Malformation:
Possible risks to the mother following intrauterine
surgery to correct congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation include wound
infection, uterine infection, infertility, amniotic fluid leak, bleeding,
psychological stress and a negative reaction to the anesthesia. It is also
possible to experience premature labor or delivery or to require delivery by
cesarean section. Fetal death can also occur.
Prognosis
after Intrauterine Surgery to Correct Congenital Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation:
The prognosis for a positive end result following
intrauterine surgery to correct congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation is
fair. In many cases, the benefits to surgery outweigh the risks.