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Bilateral Renal Lymphangiomatosis
Muhammad Tanzeel Abbasi1, Mariam Arif1, Muhammad Nauman Hashmi1
1Department of Nephrology, Multan Institute of Kidney Diseases, Multan, Punjab, Pakistan.
Summary
Lymphangiomatosis is a rare benign disorder of lymphatic channels. This report details a unique case of bilateral perirenal lymphangiomatosis in a young female patient.
Area of Science:
- Medical Science
- Pathology
- Radiology
Background:
- Lymphangiomatosis is a rare benign mesenchymal disorder characterized by lymphatic channel malformation and dilatation.
- Commonly affects the neck and axilla, but can occur in various internal organs.
- Renal lymphangiomatosis is an exceptionally rare variant involving the kidneys.
Observation:
- A case study of a 24-year-old female presenting with bilateral flank pain.
- Radiological examination revealed bilateral perinephric fluid collection with multiple septations.
- The patient was diagnosed with bilateral perirenal lymphangiomatosis.
Findings:
- The case highlights the occurrence of bilateral perirenal lymphangiomatosis, a rare renal manifestation.
- Imaging findings included bilateral perinephric fluid collections with internal septations.
- This presentation underscores the diverse anatomical locations of lymphangiomatosis.
Implications:
- This case expands the understanding of renal lymphangiomatosis presentations.
- Highlights the importance of considering rare conditions in differential diagnosis for flank pain and perinephric fluid.
- Contributes to the literature on benign mesenchymal disorders affecting the renal system.
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