What is CPAM in pregnancy?

CPAM is a cystic lung disease that affects fetuses and newborns, where abnormal tissue grows in the lungs. In most cases, the CPAM does not grow large enough to be dangerous for your baby. The tissue mass should be monitored during pregnancy and evaluated again after the baby is delivered.

What causes CPAM in fetus?

The cause of this condition is unknown and only 1 out of 25,000 pregnancies are affected. Research shows that this abnormality is not related to anything the mother did or didn’t do during pregnancy. Some think it may be caused by genetics, but there isn’t enough research to confirm this.

What is CPAM surgery?

The traditional treatment of choice for CPAM is a lobectomy. This means that the lobe in the lung that contains the cyst(s) is completely removed. The timing of surgery depends on whether your infant has breathing problems or not.

Can CPAM disappear?

It is now known that some CPAMs become smaller or even disappear with time. Therefore, treatment is not always necessary. Oxygen or even artificial ventilation may be required for babies who develop breathing difficulties after birth. Surgery is the main treatment and may be needed before the birth.

Why did CCAM change to CPAM?

It has been proposed that designation of this lesion “CCAM” be changed to “CPAM” to reflect the fact that the lesions described as cystic are present in only 3 of the 5 types and “Adenomatoid” only in one type (Type III). CPAM more accurately encompasses all five types of this classification[1].

What causes CCAM?

What causes a congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation? A CCAM is caused by overgrowth of abnormal lung tissue that may form fluid-filled cysts. The cysts prevent the tissue from functioning as normal lung tissue.

What is the difference between CCAM and CPAM?

Congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation (CCAM) is a benign lung lesion that appears before birth as a cyst or mass in the chest. It is made up of abnormal lung tissue that does not function properly, but continues to grow. CCAM is also frequently referred to as a congenital pulmonary airway malformation (CPAM).

What is CCAM/CPAM?

CCAM is also frequently referred to as a congenital pulmonary airway malformation (CPAM). CCAM/CPAM is the most common type of fetal lung lesion. It develops before a baby is born, and can vary in size and be either fluid-filled or solid.

What is CPAM and is it dangerous?

CPAM is a cystic lung disease that affects fetuses and newborns, where abnormal tissue grows in the lungs. In most cases, the CPAM does not grow large enough to be dangerous for your baby. The tissue mass should be monitored during pregnancy and evaluated again after the baby is delivered.

How is a CPAM diagnosed?

A CPAM is detectable during a routine prenatal ultrasound. It actually appears as a bright mass in the area of the chest where only lung tissue should be seen. We are able to confirm this diagnosis using advanced fetal MRI to better identify the size and location of the defect.

How many types of CPAM are there?

CPAM can be separated into five types, based on clinical and pathologic features.[2] CPAM type 1 is the most common, with large cystsand a good prognosis. CPAM type 2 (with medium-sized cysts) often has a poor prognosis, owing to its frequent association with other significant anomalies.