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Antenatally undetected giant sacrococcygeal teratoma in a neonate: a case report with review of literature

Sacrococcygeal teratomas are the most common germ cell tumors in neonates, often diagnosed antenatally. Antenatal detection can guide delivery planning and early intervention. We report a case of a female neonate born with a giant sacrococcygeal teratoma that was missed on four antenatal ultrasounds, including a level II scan. Delivered vaginally at term, the neonate underwent successful surgical excision on day 3 of life, with no neurological or urogenital sequelae. This case highlights the critical role of thorough prenatal imaging in detecting sacrococcygeal teratomas, enabling early intervention and favourable outcomes.