[Cervical lymphangiectasia--case report]

Area of Science:

• Oncology
• Vascular Surgery

Background:

• Neck tumors can present with neurological symptoms like paresthesia.
• Differential diagnosis of neck masses involves distinguishing between neoplastic and cystic lesions, particularly those involving lymphatic structures.

Observation:

• A case report details a patient experiencing left upper extremity paresthesia due to a supraclavicular tumor.
• Surgical exploration revealed a lipoma and a cyst.
• Histological examination confirmed lipoma and neck lymphangiectasia.

Findings:

• Surgical excision of the lipoma and cyst resolved the patient's paresthesia.
• Postoperative follow-up confirmed the absence of prior symptoms.
• Histological analysis is crucial for differentiating between lymphangioma, lymphangiectasia, and cystic hygroma.

Implications:

• This case highlights the importance of thorough preoperative evaluation and histological diagnosis for neck masses presenting with neurological deficits.
• Accurate differentiation of lymphatic anomalies is essential for appropriate management and patient outcomes.
• Timely surgical intervention can effectively alleviate symptoms caused by benign neck tumors compressing neural structures.