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Intra-abdominal lymphangioma: A case report
Shahab Shayesteh1, Kevan J Salimian2, Daniel Fadaei Fouladi1
1The Russell H. Morgan Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, JHOC 3140E, 601 North Caroline St, Baltimore, MD, USA.
Radiology Case Reports
|November 23, 2020
Summary
This case study details a rare intra-abdominal lymphangioma in a 29-year-old woman. Diagnosis involved imaging and pathology, with surgical resection as the definitive treatment for this benign lymphatic malformation.
Area of Science:
- Medical Science
- Oncology
- Radiology
Background:
- Lymphangioma is a rare, benign congenital malformation of the lymphatic system.
- Intra-abdominal lymphangioma is exceptionally rare, comprising less than 5% of all cases.
- Clinical presentation varies widely, from asymptomatic cases to significant gastrointestinal distress.
Observation:
- A 29-year-old woman presented with a rare retroperitoneal lymphangioma extending to the root of the mesentery.
- Diagnosis was established using advanced imaging modalities and confirmed by histopathological examination.
- The tumor's extensive spread presented unique diagnostic and management challenges.
Findings:
- The study highlights the diagnostic utility of radiological modalities in identifying intra-abdominal lymphangioma.
- Histopathological analysis was crucial for definitive diagnosis and characterization of the benign tumor.
- Surgical resection was identified as the definitive treatment approach for this rare condition.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering rare diagnoses in patients with non-specific abdominal symptoms.
- Effective management relies on a multidisciplinary approach integrating radiology, pathology, and surgery.
- Further research into the optimal management strategies for extensive intra-abdominal lymphangiomas is warranted.
