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[Enormous lingual lymphangioma]
J L Beziat1, J P Marcelino, N Abou-Chebel
1Service de Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale, C.H.U.Lyon Nord, Hôpital de la Croix Rousse.
Revue De Stomatologie Et De Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale
|August 1, 1997
Summary
A large tongue lymphangioma was surgically removed in a 67-year-old female, resulting in excellent long-term functional outcomes. This case highlights effective lingual lymphangioma treatment strategies.
Area of Science:
- Oral pathology
- Surgical oncology
- Vascular malformations
Background:
- Lymphangiomas are benign congenital vascular malformations that can occur in the tongue.
- Large lingual lymphangiomas can cause significant functional impairment, including difficulty with speech and swallowing.
Observation:
- A 67-year-old female presented with a massive tongue lymphangioma causing tongue protrusion.
- The lesion demonstrated significant growth, necessitating intervention.
Findings:
- An extended glossectomy was performed with the primary goal of functional restoration.
- The patient experienced excellent functional results with a five-year follow-up.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering surgical intervention for symptomatic lingual lymphangiomas.
- Glossectomy, when performed with functional objectives, can yield favorable long-term outcomes.
- Further understanding of lingual lymphangioma etiopathogenesis and clinical presentation is warranted.