Immature Gastric Teratoma in a Newborn: A Case Report
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A case of immature gastric teratoma in a neonate is being reported here. The neonate was presented with abdominal mass and distension and managed with excision of mass; the patient is doing fine postoperatively.
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Immature Gastric Teratoma in a Newborn: A Case Report
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