A case report of hepatic fetus-in-fetu: Approach to diagnosis.
Radiol Case Rep
; 19(8): 3211-3215, 2024 Aug.
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Multiple theories have been proposed about the pathophysiology of Fetus-in-fetu (FIF). The most widely accepted theory is abnormal embryogenesis in diamniotic monochorionic pregnancies, in which a malformed parasitic fetus is found within the body of a twin host. Hepatic FIF has been reported in almost 1% of FIF cases, with only 2 case reports being published in the literature. This article presents the third case report of intrahepatic FIF. Additionally, we review the role of radiology in diagnosing these cases and guiding their proper management. This case report supports the monozygotic twin theory of FIF and the diagnostic dilemma of FIF vs. teratoma can be solved through collaborative work between radiologists and pathologists.
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