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Infected giant lymphangioma circumscriptum treated with a combination therapy
Koray Aykut1, Coskun Ozdemir, Unal Acikel
1Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Ozel Ege Hospital, Denizli, Turkey. drkaykut@hotmail.com
Annals of Vascular Surgery
|July 6, 2010
Summary
Lymphangioma circumscriptum, a rare benign skin tumor, can become infected. This case highlights successful treatment of an infected giant lymphangioma circumscriptum using resection and radiofrequency therapy.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Vascular Surgery
Background:
- Lymphangioma circumscriptum is a rare benign skin tumor characterized by dilated lymphatic channels.
- Infection of lymphangioma circumscriptum is uncommon.
Observation:
- A 20-year-old male presented with an infected giant lymphangioma circumscriptum on his left thigh.
Findings:
- The patient underwent extensive surgical resection combined with radiofrequency energy therapy.
- The treatment resulted in successful tumor removal and a good cosmetic outcome.
Implications:
- This case demonstrates an effective therapeutic approach for infected giant lymphangioma circumscriptum.
- Long-term follow-up confirmed no recurrence of the tumor after 2 years.
