Sacrococcygeal Teratoma

What is a Sacrococcygeal Teratoma?

This image will give you an idea of what a sacroccygeal teratoma can look like

A sacrococcygeal teratoma (SCT) is a tumor that develops at the base of the coccyx (tailbone). It is seen in 1 in every 35,000 live births, and is the most common tumor in the newborn. These are usually non-malignant at birth.

Jacob, big brother to sct angel Abigail

There are many survivors of sacrococcygeal teratomas (SCTs)(as well as teratomas in other areas).

It is vital that the tailbone is removed for sct patients as failure to remove the tailbone is associated with tumour return. Fortunately, this is a well known fact and standard procedure.

Jennifer Gwen, Rainbow Angel