Int J Surg Case Rep
October 2020
Introduction: Cystic hygroma is a benign swelling of the neck among the pediatric population. It is a fluid-filled sac resulting from blockage in the lymphatic system and is commonly located in the cervical region and axilla.
Case Presentation: We present a rare case of a large cystic hygroma in the neck and the thorax in a 12 year's old male.
Background: Pectus Excavatum (PEx) is the most common congenital chest wall deformity, accounting for over 90% of all chest wall deformities. Surgical correction is recommended because severe PEx can affect the physical and psychological development of patients. The aim of our study was to assess the impact of surgical repair of Pectus Excavatum in adults during hospital course and results after 1 year.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground. Hydatid cyst (HC) disease is endemic in many developing countries, like Yemen, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia, especially in the rural regions. The disease has a variable clinical courses and even might be asymptomatic for many years.
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