What is it about?
Cystic hygroma, or cystic lymphangioma, is a rare congenital malformation of the lymphatic system, most often presenting as cystic masses in the cervico-facial region. Although most cases occur in children, adults are also affected. Diagnosis relies on imaging, particularly ultrasound and MRI, to assess the extent and characteristics of the lesion.
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Why is it important?
Treatment varies from case to case. Surgical excision remains the reference treatment, but it can be delicate and prone to recurrence. Alternatively, less invasive treatments such as sclerotherapy (OK-432, bleomycin, doxycycline) have shown notable efficacy, especially in macrocystic forms.
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Cystic hygroma, also known as cystic lymphangioma, is a rare congenital malformation of the lymphatic system, characterized by multilocular cystic masses, often located in the cervico-facial region. First described by Redenbacher in 1828, it occurs mainly in children, although cases in adults have been reported [1].
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This page is a summary of: Cystic Hygroma: 1 Case Report and Review of the Literature, Journal of Case Reports and Medical History, July 2025, Acquire Publications LLC,
DOI: 10.54289/jcrmh2500134.
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