Congenital Chest Lesions and Interventions

Abstract

Anomalies of the fetal chest require advanced imaging with ultrasound and MR imaging as well as expertise on the part of the interpreting pediatric radiologist. Congenital diaphragmatic hernia and congenital lung malformation are the most frequently seen, and in both conditions, the radiologist should provide both detailed anatomic description and measurement data for prognostication. This article provides a detailed approach to imaging the anatomy, in-depth explanation of available measurements and prognostic value, and keys to identifying candidates for fetal intervention. Less common congenital lung tumors and mediastinal and chest wall masses are also reviewed.

Keywords: Bronchial atresia; Congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation; Congenital lung malformation; Diaphragmatic hernia; Pleuropulmonary blastoma; Sequestration; Teratoma.