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Parotid lymphangioma. A case report

S C Tsui1, J L Huang

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Chang Gung Medical College and Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taipei, ROC.

International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
|February 1, 1996
PubMed
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Parotid lymphangiomas are rare childhood tumors. A 10-year-old experienced facial palsy due to a rapidly enlarging parotid lymphangioma, which resolved as the mass spontaneously shrank.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Head and Neck Oncology
  • Vascular Anomalies

Background:

  • Parotid lymphangiomas are rare, benign vascular tumors typically presenting in infancy or early childhood as slow-growing, painless masses.
  • While generally slow-growing, rapid enlargement can occur due to hemorrhage or infection, potentially causing significant mass effect.
  • Complications include tracheal/esophageal compression and cranial nerve deficits, particularly facial nerve involvement.

Observation:

  • A 10-year-old presented with a rapidly enlarging mass in the left parotid region.
  • The patient developed left-sided facial palsy following an attempted aspiration of the mass.
  • The facial weakness showed complete resolution as the parotid lymphangioma spontaneously decreased in size.

Findings:

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  • This case highlights a rare presentation of parotid lymphangioma in a 10-year-old with rapid enlargement and secondary facial palsy.
  • The spontaneous regression of the lymphangioma correlated with the resolution of facial nerve dysfunction.
  • Aspiration may precipitate or exacerbate symptoms in lymphangiomas.

    • Implications:

    • Clinicians should consider lymphangioma in the differential diagnosis of pediatric parotid masses, especially those with rapid growth.
    • Management strategies should weigh the risks of intervention against conservative observation, particularly in cases of spontaneous regression.
    • Understanding the behavior of lymphangiomas is crucial for predicting and managing potential complications like facial nerve palsy.