Fetal ascites associated with an imperforate hymen: sonographic observation

Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol. 1998 Jul;12(1):67-9. doi: 10.1046/j.1469-0705.1998.12010067.x.

Abstract

We report a case of fetal ascites in which no abnormalities other than an imperforate hymen were noted. The ascites resolved after abdominal tap and incision of the hymen. A possible mechanism for an association between imperforate hymen and fetal ascites is proposed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Ascites / congenital
  • Ascites / diagnostic imaging*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hymen / abnormalities*
  • Hymen / diagnostic imaging
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Trimester, Second
  • Ultrasonography, Prenatal*
  • Uterus / diagnostic imaging
  • Vagina / diagnostic imaging