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[Abdominal lymphangiomas in childhood].
1Klinika dĕtské chirurgie 2. LF UK a FN Motol, Praha.
Summary
This study reviewed 10 pediatric abdominal lymphangioma cases. Complete surgical removal is effective, with no relapses observed in this cohort, highlighting surgical extirpation as the key treatment.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Vascular Malformations
Context:
- Abdominal lymphangiomas are rare benign lymphatic malformations.
- Diagnosis and treatment of these conditions in children present unique challenges.
- This study focuses on a specific cohort treated between 1995 and 1999.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the surgical outcomes for abdominal lymphangiomas in pediatric patients.
- To assess the efficacy of diagnostic imaging modalities (ultrasonography and CT) in preoperative assessment.
- To determine the recurrence rate following surgical management.
Summary:
- Ten children (6 girls, 4 boys) underwent surgery for abdominal lymphangiomas.
- Diagnostic imaging included ultrasonography (100%) and CT scans (80%).
- Surgical findings varied, including mesenteric, omental, adrenal, retroperitoneal, and intestinal lymphangiomatosis.
- Complete surgical extirpation was achieved in 90% of cases, with some requiring bowel resection or adrenalectomy.
- No relapses were reported during the postoperative follow-up period.
Impact:
- Ultrasonography is sufficient for preoperative diagnosis in typical cases.
- Complete surgical extirpation is the recommended therapeutic approach.
- The study demonstrates a low incidence of relapses with complete surgical removal, supporting its efficacy.