[Localized cystic lymphatic malformation (or cutaneous lymphangiomas)]

Presse Med. 2010 Dec;39(12):1309-14. doi: 10.1016/j.lpm.2010.09.007. Epub 2010 Nov 11.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Cutaneous cystic lymphatic malformations consist of dilatations of various sizes, developed from the lymphatic system. Various clinical presentations exist, which are more or less complex and severe. MRI is the best examination to determine the extent of deep lesions. Therapeutic decisions usually follow multidisciplinary consultations. In localized superficial forms, whether surgical excision or abstention is required. In macrocystic forms, sclerotherapy is the first-line treatment.

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  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Cooperative Behavior
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Interdisciplinary Communication
  • Lymphangioma, Cystic / diagnosis*
  • Lymphangioma, Cystic / pathology
  • Lymphangioma, Cystic / therapy
  • Lymphatic System / abnormalities
  • Lymphatic System / pathology
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Neoplasm Invasiveness
  • Patient Care Team
  • Prognosis
  • Sensitivity and Specificity
  • Skin Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Skin Neoplasms / pathology
  • Skin Neoplasms / therapy
  • Ultrasonography