Fetus in fetu
Fetus in fetu
Fetus in fetu (pronounced: /ˈfiːtəs ɪn ˈfiːtuː/) is a rare medical condition that involves a mass or growth within a person that is made up of tissue resembling that of a fetus. The term is derived from the Latin words "fetus" meaning offspring and "in fetu" meaning in the fetus.
Etymology
The term "fetus in fetu" is derived from Latin. "Fetus" in Latin means offspring, while "in fetu" translates to "in the fetus". This term accurately describes the condition, as it involves a fetus-like growth within another fetus.
Description
Fetus in fetu is a rare condition that is typically discovered in infancy or early childhood. It is characterized by the presence of a mass that resembles a fetus, complete with body parts such as limbs, hair, and sometimes even rudimentary organs. This mass is usually located within the abdomen of the affected individual, but can also occur in other parts of the body.
Causes
The exact cause of fetus in fetu is unknown, but it is believed to occur as a result of abnormal embryonic development. Specifically, it is thought to occur when one twin envelops the other during the early stages of pregnancy, resulting in the enveloped twin becoming a growth within the surviving twin.
Related Terms
- Teratoma: A type of tumor that can contain a variety of tissues, including hair, teeth, and bone. Teratomas are similar to fetus in fetu, but are typically less complex and do not resemble a fetus as closely.
- Twin Reversed Arterial Perfusion (TRAP) sequence: A rare condition that occurs in identical twin pregnancies, where one twin develops at the expense of the other.
- Parasitic Twin: A condition where one twin is incompletely formed, and is dependent on the other twin for survival.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fetus in fetu
- Wikipedia's article - Fetus in fetu
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