LYMPHANGIOMA OF AXILLARY TAIL OF BREAST

Journal Title: Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences - Year 2016, Vol 5, Issue 30

Abstract

 Lymphangiomas are congenital malformations of lymphatic vessels; 50% are diagnosed at birth, 90% by the age of 2 years. They are slow growing, but tends to infiltrate local surrounding tissues. They are commonly present in neck; axilla and breast are less common. Surgery is the treatment of choice. Radiotherapy and sclerotherapy are proven to be ineffective.

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Ananda , Sandeep

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  • EP ID EP154380
  • DOI 10.14260/jemds/2016/375
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Ananda, Sandeep (2016).  LYMPHANGIOMA OF AXILLARY TAIL OF BREAST. Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences, 5(30), 1596-1597. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-154380