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Cystic hygromas in children: sonographic-pathologic correlation.

S Sheth, A R Nussbaum, G M Hutchins

    Radiology
    |March 1, 1987
    PubMed
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    Sonography effectively visualizes cystic hygromas, aiding in diagnosis and surgical planning. This imaging technique helps differentiate these lymphatic malformations from other masses and assess their extent.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Radiology
    • Surgical Pathology
    • Diagnostic Imaging

    Background:

    • Cystic hygromas are congenital lymphatic malformations often presenting as neck masses.
    • Accurate diagnosis and staging are crucial for effective management.
    • Distinguishing cystic hygromas from other pediatric soft tissue tumors can be challenging.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To correlate sonographic findings with pathologic specimens in children with surgically confirmed cystic hygroma.
    • To evaluate the utility of ultrasound in characterizing cystic hygromas and guiding surgical intervention.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of sonographic findings in eight children with surgically proven cystic hygroma.
    • Correlation of imaging features with histopathologic examination of resected specimens.

    Main Results:

    • Cystic hygromas appeared as multiloculated cystic masses with variable septa and solid components.
    • The echogenic component on ultrasound corresponded to microscopic abnormal lymphatic channels.
    • Sonography demonstrated ill-defined boundaries in large lesions, with dissection between tissue planes.
    • Ultrasound differentiated cystic hygromas from other cervical masses, including hemangiomas.
    • Imaging accurately depicted lesion extent and aided in assessing postoperative outcomes.

    Conclusions:

    • Sonography is a valuable tool for diagnosing and characterizing pediatric cystic hygromas.
    • Ultrasound facilitates surgical planning by defining lesion extent and relationship to surrounding structures.
    • Sonographic assessment is useful for monitoring postoperative complications and recurrences.

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