Cystic Hygroma in Adults: The Forgotten Entity
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Research Professionals - Year 2017, Vol 3, Issue 4
Abstract
Cystic hygroma also known as lymphangioma are rare benign congenital malformation of the lymphatic system. With advancement of medical facilities and awareness about medical problems congenital defects present usually after birth or in childhood, however still some cases are missed and present late. Cystic hygroma presenting in adults is quite rare with just around 100 cases of adult lymphangioma been reported in the literature. In this case report we present our experience of managing an adult patient and have also briefly reviewed the literature. Our patient was a young female with huge cystic swelling in right side of neck and upper chest wall with no intra thoracic extension. Our patient underwent complete excision and has no recurrence till yet. Though surgery forms the cornerstone of therapy, at times it is not possible or is dangerous to attempt surgery. So in these situations newer modalities like sclerosant injection, CO2 laser therapy or interferon alpha therapy have a role to play. Total excision is the gold standard and wherever possible should be attempted, however in inaccessible areas newer modalities can be tried.
Authors and Affiliations
Mohd Azam Haseen, Sayyed Ehtesham Hussain Naqvi, Mohd Arshad, Mohd Haneef Beg
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- EP ID EP546843
- DOI 10.21276/ijmrp.2017.3.4.036
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