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Cutaneous lymphangioma

B P Flanagan, E B Helwig

    Archives of Dermatology
    |January 1, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Cutaneous lymphangiomas are common skin growths, often appearing in infancy. Surgical excision effectively treats most cases, with a high success rate for these benign vascular tumors.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Pathology
    • Surgical Oncology

    Background:

    • Cutaneous lymphangiomas are benign vascular tumors originating from lymphatic vessels.
    • These lesions present a diagnostic challenge due to overlapping histological features with other vascular anomalies.

    Observation:

    • A study of 158 patients revealed predilection for neck, axilla, breasts, chest, buttocks, and thighs.
    • Onset typically occurs in infancy (majority by age 5), but spontaneous appearance in adolescence/adulthood is possible.
    • No correlation was found with mucous membrane, internal lymphangiomas, or lymphangiosarcoma, and no familial history was elicited.

    Findings:

    • Single surgical excision achieved a cure rate of 75%, with an additional 12% cured by reexcision.
    • Cutaneous lymphangiomas are classified as superficial (lymphangioma circumscriptum) and deep (lymphangioma cavernosum).

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  • Histological differentiation from hemangioma, lymphangiectasia, and cystic hygroma proved difficult.

    • Implications:

    • Surgical management is effective for most cutaneous lymphangiomas.
    • Further research may be needed to establish definitive histological criteria for accurate diagnosis and classification.
    • Understanding the clinical presentation and treatment outcomes aids in patient management and prognosis.