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[Mesenteric cystic lymphangioma in children. Report of a case manifested by anemia]
G Solovei1, A Alame, J F Elchardus
1Laboratoire d'Anatomie Pathologique, Hôpital, Manchester, Charleville-Mezieres.
Annales De Pediatrie
|June 1, 1990
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A rare pediatric case of mesenteric cystic lymphangioma presented with anemia and abdominal pain due to bleeding within the cyst. This review covers the condition
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Gastroenterology
- Oncology
Background:
- Mesenteric cystic lymphangioma is a rare benign tumor of lymphatic vessels.
- It can present with nonspecific symptoms, including abdominal pain and anemia.
- Intracystic hemorrhage is a rare but serious complication.
Abstract:
A case of mesenteric cystic lymphangioma revealed by hypochromic anemia and abdominal pain, secondary to an intracystic hemorrhage is reported in a 4-year old child. Etiology, pathology, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of mesenteric lymphangioma in children are reviewed.