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Alternate Name(s): <p>lymphangioma</p> ...... A cystic hygroma is a thin-walled, sac-like structure filled with lymph. It occurs most commonly in the head and neck area and often appears as a soft bulge under the skin.
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If the cystic hygroma is large, a cesarean section may be performed. After birth, infants with persistent cystic hygroma must be monitored for airway obstruction. A thin needle may be used to reduce the volume of the cystic hygroma to prevent facial deformities and airway obstruction.
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Overview: First described by Wernher in 1843, cystic hygroma (CH) is a cystic lymphatic lesion that can affect any anatomic subsite in the human body. CH usually affects the head and neck (approximately 75%), with a left-sided ... ... Albanese CT, Wiener ES. Cystic hygroma. In: Spitz L, Coran AG, eds.
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Overview: Cystic hygroma was first described in 1828 by Radenbacher. Cystic hygroma (meaning moist tumor) belongs to a group of diseases now recognized as lymphatic malformations. The discovery of a cystic hygroma has a variable effect and ... ... Cystic hygroma was first described in 1828 by Radenbacher.
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Lymphangioma - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Lymphangioma is a rare, benign, congenital disorder in which a blockage in the lymphatic system causes fluid to accumulate in bubbles beneath the skin. It is often associated with karyotype abnormali...
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Cystic hygroma - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Ultrasound shows a large cystic mass (arrows) posterior to the fetal neck. The mass is anechoic and contains a septation (arrow). ... Cystic hygromas, which usually occur in the neck, are most likely due to abnormal lymphatic development. Approximately half of these fetuses have monosomy X (Turner syndrome), while 10-15%
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