Lumbar Cystic Hygroma: Lymphovascular Malformation

JOURNAL TITLE: Pondicherry Journal of Nursing

Author
1. P Arivumalar
ISSN
2279-0144
DOI
10.5005/jp-journals-10084-13141
Volume
15
Issue
2
Publishing Year
2022
Pages
3
Author Affiliations
    1. Department of Child Health Nursing, Kasturba Gandhi Nursing College, Puducherry, India
  • Article keywords
    Cystic hygroma, Lymphangioma, Lymphovascular malformation

    Abstract

    Cystic hygroma is a malformation of the lymph that presents in various parts of the body, the regions are neck, axilla, abdominal cavity, mediastinum, and peritoneal region. However, cystic hygroma is a benign lesion. Communication is prevented due to complete or incomplete obstruction of the venous system that causes lymphangioma. Lymphangiomas are often associated with chromosomal abnormalities such as Down\'s syndrome and Turner syndrome. Lymphangiomas are noted at 2 years of age. Cystic hygroma can be detected in utero and the treatment of cystic hygroma consists of the administration of sclerosing agent, antibiotic, and surgical excision should be performed to completely remove the lymphangiomas.

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