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Unilateral lower limb swelling secondary to cavernous lymphangioma
1Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester LE1 5WW, UK. salenabains@hotmail.com
Introduction:
We report an unusual case of unilateral leg swelling secondary to cavernous lymphangioma (cystic hygroma), which normally affects the head and neck regions.
Case Report:
A 25 year gentleman presented to our department with a 13-year history of gradually increasing unilateral leg swelling and recurrent infections. Investigations showed appearances consistent with cavernous lymphangioma, and partial excision of the lesion led to resolution of symptoms.
Discussion:
The most common sites for cystic hygroma are the head and neck areas, but the extremities can be affected as demonstrated. Complete surgical excision is often difficult, and there is a tendency for recurrence. This case acts as an illustration of an uncommon yet important cause for unilateral leg swelling.
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