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This study presents three cases of lymphangioma, a benign tumor. Surgical resection proved effective for all patients, leading to excellent outcomes and histopathological confirmation.

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Area of Science:

Thoracic Surgery
Pediatric Surgery
Diagnostic Imaging

Background:

Lymphangiomas are benign congenital tumors.
Cervico-mediastinal lymphangiomas can cause respiratory compromise.
Complete surgical resection is the primary treatment modality.

Observation:

Three cases of lymphangioma are presented: a pediatric cervico-mediastinal case, an adult mediastinal case, and an adult cervical case.
Respiratory symptoms were noted in cases with mediastinal involvement.
Radiological imaging (radiography, CT, ultrasound) effectively identified the cystic tumors.

Findings:

Complete surgical tumor resection was achieved in all three cases via sternotomy, thoracotomy, and cervicotomy.
All patients experienced excellent post-operative recovery.
Histopathological confirmation verified the diagnosis of lymphangioma.

Implications:

Surgical management of lymphangioma, regardless of location or age, leads to favorable outcomes.
Early diagnosis through imaging is crucial for effective treatment planning.
This case series highlights successful surgical interventions for diverse lymphangioma presentations.