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Isolation of Human Lymphatic Endothelial Cells by Multi-parameter Fluorescence-activated Cell Sorting

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Zhi Bin Niu¹, Yi Yang, Ying Hou

¹Department of Pediatric Surgery, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Heping District, Shenyang, China. goodniuzb@hotmail.com

|May 25, 2010

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This study reports a rare case of bladder lymphangioma in an 8-year-old girl, presenting with hematuria and fever. Surgical removal resulted in no recurrence, highlighting successful management of this uncommon urinary tract tumor.

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Area of Science:

Urology
Pediatric Surgery
Pathology

Background:

Lymphangiomas are benign lymphatic tumors, exceptionally rare in the urinary system.
Bladder lymphangioma is an extremely rare entity, with only two prior reported cases globally since 1983.

Observation:

An 8-year-old girl presented with terminal hematuria and intermittent fever.
Imaging revealed a bladder wall mass; cystoscopy showed a red, bulging lesion on the right lateral wall.

Findings:

Histological examination confirmed the diagnosis of bladder lymphangioma after partial cystectomy.
The patient experienced no recurrence during a 3-year follow-up period.

Implications:

This case adds to the scarce literature on bladder lymphangioma, emphasizing its rarity.
Comprehensive imaging and surgical intervention are crucial for diagnosis and management.
Further research into the etiology and optimal treatment of this rare condition is warranted.