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Cystic Lymphangioma in the Talus Bone: A Case Report
Ching Hei Liang1, K C Wong2, Maribel D Lacambra3
1Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
International Medical Case Reports Journal
|August 18, 2025
Summary
A rare adult bone tumor, solitary cystic lymphangioma, was found in a young woman's ankle. This case highlights the need for careful diagnosis of bone lesions.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Oncology
- Radiology
Background:
- Lymphangiomas are rare benign tumors, typically affecting pediatric patients and often found in the head and neck.
- Intraosseous lymphangiomas, particularly solitary cystic types, are exceptionally uncommon bone tumors.
Observation:
- A 19-year-old female presented with ankle swelling, pain, and sprains.
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) showed a cystic bone lesion in the talus, mimicking Giant Cell Tumor or chondroblastoma with Aneurysmal Bone Cyst.
- Histopathology confirmed an intraosseous lymphangioma.
Findings:
- The patient underwent curettage with an uneventful postoperative recovery.
- The patient regained near-normal ankle function without recurrence.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of a comprehensive differential diagnosis for bone lesions.
- Correlating imaging, clinical presentation, and pathological findings is crucial for accurate diagnosis of rare bone tumors.
