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Volume 10, Issue 3
  • ISSN: 1573-3963
  • E-ISSN: 1875-6336

Abstract

Introduction: Lymphangioma is a rare benign cyst caused by congenital malformation of the lymphatic systems that often occurs in the cervicofacial region. There is no consensus on its management: Observation, aspiration, injection, cryotherapy, electrocautery, radiation, laser, ligation and excision. Methods: We performed a literature search with the keywords “cystic hygroma”, “lymphangioma”, “management”, “OK 432” and “picibanil” from Medline, Embase and PubMed databases. Results: We present a review of the history, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, histology, classification and management options of cystic hygroma. Conclusion: There is no consensus on the treatment options. It should be individualised depending on the size of the lesion, anatomic localisation and complications.

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2014-08-01
2025-06-01
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  • Article Type:
    Research Article
Keyword(s): Cystic hygroma; head and neck; lymphangioma; management; picibanil; review
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