75 results match your criteria: "Cervicofacial Lymphangiomas"
Unusual cystic hygromas: Case report.
Int J Surg Case Rep
March 2024
Gandaki Medical College Teaching Hospital and Research Center, Pokhara 33700, Nepal.
Article Synopsis
- Cystic hygromas are congenital lymphatic anomalies mostly found in young children, but rare cases can appear in older kids and at unusual sites like the chest wall.
- Two cases were discussed: a 14-year-old and a 1-year-old, both with atypical swellings that were diagnosed through thorough examinations and imaging; they both successfully underwent surgery with no complications.
- A comprehensive approach combining patient history, clinical assessment, imaging, and pathology is key for diagnosing cystic hygromas, which should be considered when evaluating any childhood swelling, despite their rarity.
Inguinal Intranodal Lymphangioma in an Adult: A Clinical Case Report.
Cureus
December 2023
General Surgery, Larkin Community Hospital, South Miami, USA.
Article Synopsis
- * A unique case involved a 43-year-old African-American male with bilateral inguinal lymphangiomas, which is the first known instance in an adult.
- * The patient had swelling and tenderness in the groin, and after diagnostic tests, including a biopsy, it was confirmed that he had benign lymphangiomas, with no signs of malignancy.
A Rare Case of Subclavicular Cystic Lymphangioma in Adults Adhering to Axillary Vessels.
Cureus
October 2023
Cardiovascular Surgery, Faculty of Medicine of Monastir, Monastir, TUN.
Article Synopsis
- - Cystic lymphangiomas are rare, non-cancerous growths of the lymphatic system, typically found in the neck or underarm areas.
- - A 31-year-old patient experienced pain in their arm and was found to have a cystic lymphangioma near their left subclavicular region, as indicated by a chest CT scan.
- - The patient underwent successful surgical removal of the mass and had an uncomplicated recovery afterwards.
A case study of the pathology on a rare case of scalp lymphangioma in an adult patient.
Qatar Med J
August 2023
Neurosurgery Department, Hamad Medical Corporation, Hamad General Hospital, Doha, Qatar. E-mail:
Article Synopsis
- A case is reported of a 33-year-old male with a scalp lymphangioma that significantly grew over a year, presenting unique MRI characteristics differing from typical descriptions.
- The patient had the mass surgically removed, and there was no recurrence during a follow-up period of one year.
Rare case of inguinal cystic lymphangioma diagnosed and treated in elderly patient.
SAGE Open Med Case Rep
July 2023
Interventional Urology Division, Urology Department, Cheikh Khalifa University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco.
Article Synopsis
- Cystic lymphangioma is a type of vascular malformation that forms during embryonic development when lymphatic and venous connections are disrupted, primarily appearing as cystic lesions filled with lymph.
- The cervicofacial region is the most common location for these lesions to occur, with inguinal cases being rare but potentially serious if they lead to complications like strangulated inguinal hernias.
- Diagnosis typically involves imaging techniques like ultrasound and CT scans, and while asymptomatic cases are monitored, symptomatic ones usually necessitate complete surgical removal to prevent recurrence, as discussed in a recent case at Cheikh Khalifa University Hospital.
Cervicofacial Lymphangioma: Is it Time to Put Down the Scalpel?
Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg
December 2022
Division of Pediatric Radiology, Department of Pediatrics, Children's Medical Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Article Synopsis
- A study was conducted from February 2017 to March 2019 on the effectiveness of bleomycin injections for treating pediatric lymphangiomas in the head and neck, involving 20 patients at a Tehran clinic.
- Bleomycin was administered at a dose of 0.5 mg/kg, and follow-up ultrasonography showed an average size reduction of 84%, with 65% of patients experiencing complete mass disappearance.
- The treatment was generally safe, with minimal side effects, making intralesional bleomycin a promising first-line option for managing these conditions in children.
Sirolimus-induced pulmonary hemorrhage of an infant with massive cervicofacial lymphatic malformation: A case report.
Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol
January 2023
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, 1405 Clifton Rd NE, Atlanta, GA, 30322, USA; Emory University School of Medicine, Department of Otolaryngology, 100 Woodruff Circle, Atlanta, GA, 30322, USA. Electronic address:
Article Synopsis
- * Treatment for LMs typically involves surgery and sclerotherapy, and a case study details care for a premature infant with a severe cervicofacial LM requiring specialized delivery techniques.
- * Despite multiple treatments, including sclerotherapy and sirolimus, the infant died at 4 months due to acute pulmonary hemorrhage, possibly linked to sirolimus, highlighting serious risks in LM management.
Cervicofacial cystic lymphangiomas in 17 childrens: A case series.
Ann Med Surg (Lond)
June 2022
ENT Head and Neck Surgery Department, Ibn Rochd University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Hassan II University, Casablanca, Morocco.
Article Synopsis
- * A study involving 17 patients under 18 years old with head and neck cystic lymphangiomas showed that 12 patients had complete tumor removal, and there were no postoperative complications, with follow-ups lasting at least 2 years.
- * The tumors primarily present as swelling in affected areas, and the surgical outcomes in this study align with existing literature; further research with a larger group could help identify additional prognostic factors.
Successful Sclerotherapy for Cervicofacial Macrocystic Lymphatic Malformations Using Polidocanol and Pingyangmycin Combined Foam Sclerosants.
Lymphat Res Biol
October 2022
Department of Oromaxillofacial Head and Neck Oncology, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.
Article Synopsis
- Sclerotherapy, specifically using a combination of polidocanol and pingyangmycin foam (PPF), is found to be an effective first-line treatment for cervicofacial macrocystic lymphatic malformations (LMs) in a study involving 51 patients.
- A significant 100% of patients who received PPF showed a notable reduction in lesion size after three treatment sessions, with an overall response rate of 88.5%, which is better than the traditional single polidocanol treatment.
- The study reported no severe complications, only mild and manageable local reactions, suggesting that PPF is a promising and safe alternative to improve treatment outcomes and decrease the number of sessions needed for patients.
Intermittent Administration Regimen of Sirolimus for Refractory Cervicofacial Lymphatic Malformation.
J Craniofac Surg
May 2022
Department of Burns and Plastic Surgery, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China.
Article Synopsis
- Cervicofacial lymphatic malformations (LMs) are challenging to treat due to their complex nature and often require new approaches when traditional methods fail.
- This study evaluates the safety and effectiveness of an intermittent oral sirolimus regimen as a second-line treatment for pediatric patients with refractory cervicofacial LMs.
- Results showed significant symptom reduction and lesion improvement in patients, with manageable side effects, suggesting sirolimus is a viable alternative for treatment after traditional therapies do not work.
Operative Management of Neonatal Lymphatic Malformations: Lesson Learned From 57 Consecutive Cases.
Front Pediatr
August 2021
Neonatal Surgery Unit, Medical and Surgical Department of the Fetus, Newborn, and Infant, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
Article Synopsis
- * The study reviewed the experiences of a multidisciplinary team with 57 newborns diagnosed with LMs needing surgery between 2000 and 2019, focusing on factors like respiratory distress, tracheostomy needs, and surgical outcomes.
- * Patients with cervicofacial and/or mediastinal LMs are at a higher risk for complications, including tracheostomy and surgery, especially those with significant respiratory distress at birth.
Management of cervicofacial lymphatic malformations requires a multidisciplinary approach.
J Pediatr Surg
May 2021
Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Children's Hospital Los Angeles, 4650 Sunset Blvd., MS#100, Los Angeles, CA, USA 90027; Department of Surgery, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, 1975 Zonal Ave, Los Angeles, CA, USA 90089. Electronic address:
Article Synopsis
- Cervicofacial lymphatic malformations (CFLMs) are rare and can be life-threatening, but there's a lack of information on how to treat them effectively across multiple disciplines.* -
- A study analyzed 63 children with CFLMs from 2004 to 2019, focusing on treatment outcomes after sclerotherapy, surgical resection, and medical management, with significant contour improvement defined as over 50% volume reduction.* -
- Results showed that sclerotherapy was very effective for macrocystic CFLMs, while surgical resection was often needed for microcystic cases, and sirolimus showed promise as an additional treatment, especially for microcystic lesions, though further research is
New Treatment Option for Capillary Lymphangioma: Bleomycin-Based Electrochemotherapy of an Infant.
Pediatrics
December 2020
Plastic Surgery Unit,
Article Synopsis
- The treatment of lymphangiomas, especially in the head and neck area, is challenging due to their resistance to traditional therapies and high recurrence rates.
- Complete surgical resection is the main method for treatment, but it often leads to complications like bleeding and nerve damage.
- Bleomycin-based electrochemotherapy has shown promise as an alternative treatment, significantly reducing the size of a rapidly growing combined lymphangioma after just one session.
Early Adjuvant Medication With the mTOR Inhibitor Sirolimus in a Preterm Neonate With Compressive Cystic Lymphatic Malformation.
Front Pediatr
July 2020
Service de Réanimation Néonatale, HFME, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Bron, France.
Article Synopsis
- Cystic lymphatic malformations are due to abnormal development of lymphatic structures during embryonic growth.
- A case study discusses a preterm baby born at 34 weeks with a large cystic lymphatic malformation in her neck, causing breathing issues.
- The baby was treated with sirolimus, an mTOR inhibitor, alongside sclerotherapy, showing that early treatment can be safe and effective for such conditions.
[Retroperitoneal cystic lymphangioma treated by sildenafil].
Rev Med Liege
July 2020
Service de Chirurgie cardiovasculaire, CHU Liège, Belgique.
Article Synopsis
- * Diagnosis involves imaging studies, but definitive confirmation requires an anatomopathological examination, and complete surgical removal is the preferred treatment.
- * The case report highlights a 62-year-old patient with retroperitoneal cystic lymphangioma successfully treated with the oral drug sildenafil, showcasing an alternative approach when surgery is not an option.
Cystic lymphangioma in adult: a case report and a review of the literature.
J Surg Case Rep
July 2020
U.O.S. Maxillofacial Surgery, S. Andrea Hospital, Rome, Italy.
Article Synopsis
- Cystic lymphangioma (CL) is a rare condition in adults with unclear origins, potentially congenital or caused by lymphatic vessel obstruction.
- It typically appears in the head and neck due to the abundance of lymphatic tissue in that area and can be mistaken for other masses.
- The case presentation involves a 56-year-old woman with a painless cervical swelling, which was diagnosed as CL after imaging and surgical removal confirmed its histological characteristics.
Dilemma in management of cervico-facial cystic hygroma.
Med J Malaysia
October 2019
Hospital Miri, Department of Otorhinolaryngology- Head and Neck, Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia.
Article Synopsis
- Cervico-facial cystic hygroma and tongue lymphangioma are rare lymphatic malformations that can cause severe health issues.
- Conservative treatment using sclerosants has been effective, but sudden enlargement can lead to serious complications like airway obstruction and difficulties in feeding and speaking.
- A case is reported of a 3-year-old boy treated successfully through a combination of surgery and an injection of OK432.
The Management of Giant Cerviofacial Lymphatic Malformations in Children.
J Craniofac Surg
September 2019
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Shanghai Children's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University.
Article Synopsis
- This study focuses on the surgical treatment of giant cervicofacial lymphatic malformations (LMs) in children, aiming to analyze the outcomes of such interventions over the last eight years.
- A total of 10 patients, predominantly female, underwent surgery with additional bleomycin sclerotherapy, showing that most had successful outcomes, with 70% experiencing significant improvements after just one treatment.
- The findings suggest that surgical resection combined with bleomycin therapy is effective, especially for macrocystic LMs, while also indicating a lower recurrence rate compared to other types of cystic lesions.
Recurrent Neck Lymphangioma in a Young Adult: Twenty-Three Years After Successful Treatment.
Vasc Endovascular Surg
February 2019
4 ENT Clinic of Red Cross Hospital, Athens, Greece.
Article Synopsis
- * They can grow large enough to obstruct airways, creating serious risks, particularly when located in the cervical region.
- * A case study is presented of a 23-year-old male who developed a recurrent lymphangioma in his neck, 23 years after successful surgery for the same condition shortly after birth.
[The superficial circumscribed lymphangioma of the tongue].
Pan Afr Med J
August 2018
Service de Dermatologie, CHU Hassan II, Fes, Maroc.
Article Synopsis
- Superficial circumscribed lymphangiomas are generally benign growths commonly found in the neck and face, mostly seen in children.
- A clinical case is presented involving an elderly man with a lymphangioma on his tongue, requiring differential diagnosis from conditions like Kaposi's disease and solid tumor metastases.
- The diagnosis was confirmed through a biopsy, and since the patient wasn't experiencing discomfort, the decision was made to monitor the condition rather than proceed with treatment.
[Unusual macrocystic lymphatic malformation in an adult patient].
Pan Afr Med J
March 2018
Service de Dermatologie-Vénéréologie, CHU Ibn Rochd, Université Hassan II, Casablanca, Maroc.
Article Synopsis
- Macrocystic lymphatic malformations (MLMs) are unusual lymphatic growths that commonly occur in adults, mostly in the neck and axillary regions, characterized by rapid expansion.* -
- The diagnosis mainly relies on clinical examinations and imaging techniques like ultrasound and MRI, which help in evaluating the extent of the condition and planning treatment.* -
- Treatment for MLMs primarily involves sclerotherapy, with surgery being rare; in this case, a 26-year-old man's condition led to the recommendation of immobilization rather than surgical intervention.*
Prenatal Ultrasound Evaluation and Outcome of Pregnancy with Fetal Cystic Hygromas and Lymphangiomas.
J Med Ultrasound
April 2017
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Mackay Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.
Article Synopsis
- * It often presents alongside serious conditions like chromosome abnormalities, hydrops fetalis, and can lead to fetal demise, impacting the overall prognosis.
- * Prenatal management includes regular ultrasounds, MRI, and potential treatments like sclerosing agents, alongside thorough counseling for better outcomes at birth.
Cervicofacial Lymphatic Malformations: A Retrospective Review of 40 Cases.
Arch Plast Surg
January 2016
Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Kyungpook National University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea.
Article Synopsis
- Lymphatic malformation (LM) is a rare congenital vascular issue with unclear causes and treatment strategies.
- A study reviewed 40 cases of cervicofacial LM, finding that most patients exhibit symptoms before age two, with no significant differences in incidence by sex or LM type.
- Despite 28 patients receiving sclerotherapy, only 25% achieved complete resolution, highlighting the need for early diagnosis and tailored treatment plans to improve patient outcomes.
Enlarging cystic lymphangioma of the mediastinum in an adult: is this a neoplastic lesion related to the recently discovered PIK3CA mutation?
Int J Clin Exp Pathol
April 2016
Department of Pathology, Fujieda Municipal General Hospital Shizuoka, Japan.
Article Synopsis
- Cystic lymphangioma is a rare malformation of the lymphatic system mainly seen in infants and children, but can occur in adults, particularly in the cervicofacial region and, less often, in the mediastinum.
- This text discusses an unusual case of an adult with a mediastinal cystic lymphangioma that grew over five years, which is a rare condition that makes up only 1.8% of all mediastinal cysts.
- The increase in size may be due to fluid collection, but there is a possibility it could be linked to a neoplastic nature associated with a recent PIK3CA mutation.
A review of the management of lymphangiomas.
Curr Pediatr Rev
May 2015
Princess Margaret Hospital, Roberts Road, Subiaco, Western Australia 6008, Australia.
Article Synopsis
- - Lymphangioma is a rare, benign cyst that arises from congenital issues in the lymphatic system, primarily found in the head and neck area, with no clear treatment guidelines.
- - A literature review was conducted focusing on keywords related to cystic hygroma and various treatment methods, exploring the condition's history, symptoms, diagnosis, and management options.
- - Treatment approaches should be tailored to each case based on factors like cyst size, location, and any associated complications, as there's no one-size-fits-all solution.