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Huerta CT, Beres AL, Englum BR, Gonzalez K, Levene T, Wakeman D, Yousef Y, Gulack BC, Chang HL, Christison-Lagay ER, Ham PB, Mansfield SA, Kulaylat AN, Lucas DJ, Rentea RM, Pennell CP, Sulkowski JP, Russell KW, Ricca RL, Kelley-Quon LI, Tashiro J, Rialon KL. Management and Outcomes of Pediatric Lymphatic Malformations: A Systematic Review From the APSA Outcomes and Evidence-Based Practice Committee. J Pediatr Surg 2024:S0022-3468(24)00349-X. [PMID: 38914511 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2024.05.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2024] [Revised: 05/25/2024] [Accepted: 05/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/26/2024]
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BACKGROUND Significant variation in management strategies for lymphatic malformations (LMs) in children persists. The goal of this systematic review is to summarize outcomes for medical therapy, sclerotherapy, and surgery, and to provide evidence-based recommendations regarding the treatment. METHODS Three questions regarding LM management were generated according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA). Publicly available databases were queried to identify articles published from January 1, 1990, to December 31, 2021. A consensus statement of recommendations was generated in response to each question. RESULTS The initial search identified 9326 abstracts, each reviewed by two authors. A total of 600 abstracts met selection criteria for full manuscript review with 202 subsequently utilized for extraction of data. Medical therapy, such as sirolimus, can be used as an adjunct with percutaneous treatments or surgery, or for extensive LM. Sclerotherapy can achieve partial or complete response in over 90% of patients and is most effective for macrocystic lesions. Depending on the size, extent, and location of the malformation, surgery can be considered. CONCLUSION Evidence supporting best practices for the safety and effectiveness of management for LMs is currently of moderate quality. Many patients benefit from multi-modal treatment determined by the extent and type of LM. A multidisciplinary approach is recommended to determine the optimal individualized treatment for each patient. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: 4
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- Division of Pediatric General and Thoracic Surgery, St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, St. Luke's Children's Hospital, Boise, ID, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital, Hollywood, FL, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital, Hollywood, FL, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, St. Petersburg, FL, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, John R. Oishei Children's Hospital, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Division on Pediatric Surgery, Penn State Children's Hospital, Hershey, PA, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Naval Medical Center San Diego, CA, USA; Department of Surgery, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Children's Mercy- Kansas City, Kansas City, MO, USA; Department of Surgery, University of Missouri- Kansas City, Kansas City, MO, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Children's Hospital of Richmond, Richmond, VA, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, University of South Carolina, Greenville, SC, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Department of Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Hassenfeld Children's Hospital, NYU Langone Health, New York, NY, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Texas Children's Hospital, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA.
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Zeng Z, Liao H, Hu F, Zhao F, Liu H, Hu Q, Yu H. Outcome of Sclerotherapy in a Preterm Infant with a Giant Fetal Neck Lymphatic Malformation: A Case Report. Int J Womens Health 2023; 15:1771-1778. [PMID: 38020936 PMCID: PMC10656836 DOI: 10.2147/ijwh.s430858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2023] [Accepted: 11/08/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Introduction Lymphatic malformation (LM), most commonly present in the neck area, is benign vascular malformations of the lymphatic system. In an infant, however, LM poses a high risk of adverse outcomes. Case Presentation We present a case with a giant fetal LM. Through ultrasonography, at 23+ weeks of gestation, a septate cystic mass 7.2×6.5×6.3 cm in size was found on the right side of the fetus's neck. After extensive counseling by the multidisciplinary team, the parents chose to continue the pregnancy. Severe fetal tracheal compression was observed at 29 weeks by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). At 31 weeks and 5 days, owing to suspected fetal distress, an emergency cesarean section was performed and a male baby weighing 1720 g was delivered. The mass was 10×16×8 cm in size and ex utero intrapartum treatment (EXIT) was implemented. Due to progressive growth of the mass secondary to intralesional bleeding, an intralesional injection of bleomycin was administered three days later. This injection was repeated at the age of 1 month and 8 days. The baby was followed up and, by a year after his birth, LM had disappeared. The baby has since been in good health. Conclusion Accurate prenatal diagnosis and regular monitoring of a fetus with LM may improve prognosis. It is essential to have a trained multidisciplinary team to evaluate the condition of the fetus and the neonate and to provide treatment based on the evaluation. Our experience with intralesional bleomycin injection for the treatment of a giant fetal neck LM in a preterm infant had a favorable outcome. Long-term follow-up by a multidisciplinary team is needed in such cases.
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- Zhaomin Zeng
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
- Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children (Sichuan University), Ministry of Education, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
- Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children (Sichuan University), Ministry of Education, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children (Sichuan University), Ministry of Education, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
- Department of Paediatric Cardiology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children (Sichuan University), Ministry of Education, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
- Department of Radiology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
- Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children (Sichuan University), Ministry of Education, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
- Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children (Sichuan University), Ministry of Education, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
- Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children (Sichuan University), Ministry of Education, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
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Zhou J, Guo L, Song D, Li J, Liu Z, Sun J, Niu Y. Cytological and Biochemical Analyses of Lymphatic Fluid from Patients with Lymphatic Malformations. Lymphat Res Biol 2023; 21:339-342. [PMID: 36780016 DOI: 10.1089/lrb.2021.0068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/14/2023] Open
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Background: Intracystic hemorrhage from lymphangiomas is a common phenomenon in lymphatic malformations (LMs); however, little is known about the associated compositional changes in the lymphatic fluid. Materials and Methods: We prospectively collected lymphatic fluid from children with LMs. Lymphatic fluid was divided depending on the bleeding status into the bleeding and nonbleeding groups. The fluid was subjected to cytological and biochemical analyses to determine protein and cytokine levels. The Mann-Whitney U test was used to compare the two groups. Results: There were significant differences in the levels of interleukin (IL)-6, IL-10, and glucose, and the percentage of white blood cells between the bleeding and nonbleeding groups. There was no significant difference in chlorine and protein content; white blood cell count; and IL-2, IL-4, tumor necrosis factor α, and interferon γ levels between the two groups. Conclusion: Lymphatic fluid is less stable in bleeding LMs than in non-bleeding LMs and is prone to inflammatory reactions. The inflammatory reaction in lymphatic fluid does not stimulate the cytokine storm in blood. The inflammatory reaction due to LMs does not affect the contents of protein and chlorine in lymphatic cyst fluid.
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- Jie Zhou
- Department of Vascular Anomalies and Interventional Radiology, Children's Hospital Affiliated to Shandong University, Jinan, China
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- Department of Vascular Anomalies and Interventional Radiology, Children's Hospital Affiliated to Shandong University, Jinan, China
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- Department of Vascular Anomalies and Interventional Radiology, Children's Hospital Affiliated to Shandong University, Jinan, China
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- Department of Vascular Anomalies and Interventional Radiology, Children's Hospital Affiliated to Shandong University, Jinan, China
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- Department of Vascular Anomalies and Interventional Radiology, Children's Hospital Affiliated to Shandong University, Jinan, China
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- Department of Vascular Anomalies and Interventional Radiology, Children's Hospital Affiliated to Shandong University, Jinan, China
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- Department of Vascular Anomalies and Interventional Radiology, Children's Hospital Affiliated to Shandong University, Jinan, China
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Siki FO, Sarikaya M, Gunduz M, Sekmenli T, Koksal Y, Ciftci I. Efficiency and clinical results of bleomycin injection in the treatment of lymphatic malformations. Niger J Clin Pract 2023; 26:1165-1170. [PMID: 37635612 DOI: 10.4103/njcp.njcp_99_23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/29/2023]
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Background Lymphatic malformations (LMs) are rare congenital anomalies. The traditional treatment is surgical excision, but intralesional sclerosing agent injection is also preferred as the first-choice treatment because of postoperative frequent recurrences, poor cosmetic results, and high complication rate. We aimed to evaluate the efficacy of sclerosing agent injection used in the treatment of LMs in children. Materials and Methods We retrospectively analyzed the children who were treated for LM between January 2011 and January 2022. The lesion sizes of the patients who were injected with sclerosant (Bleomycin) under sedation anesthesia, measured by ultrasound before and after the treatment, were recorded, and the difference between them was statistically evaluated. Results Fifteen patients were retrospectively analyzed. The mean age was 45.2 ± 14.1 months. Of these, ten (66.6%) were male and five (33.3%) were female (F/M = 1/2). The mean age of male patients was 55 ± 20.1 months; the mean age of female patients was 25.8 ± 11. Seven patients had a single dose, two had twice, and six had three and more. The mean measurable size of macrocystic lesions before treatment was 55.2 ± 28.4 mm; after treatment, it was 23.8 ± 18.2 mm. Although no measurable shrinkage was detected in microcystic lesions, it was observed that the lesion shrank to allow surgical resection. With the statistical analysis, it was seen that there was a statistically significant difference between the dimensions before and after the treatment (P < 0.05) and the sclerosant injection had a great effect on the treatment (R: 0.89). Conclusion Intralesional injection of bleomycin is less effective for microcystic or mixed-type LMs, but provides an effective reduction for a safe surgical procedure. It is an effective treatment for macrocystic lesions.
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- F O Siki
- Departments of Pediatric Surgery, Selcuk University, Faculty of Medicine, Konya, Turkey
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- Departments of Pediatric Surgery, Selcuk University, Faculty of Medicine, Konya, Turkey
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- Departments of Pediatric Surgery, Selcuk University, Faculty of Medicine, Konya, Turkey
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- Departments of Pediatric Surgery, Selcuk University, Faculty of Medicine, Konya, Turkey
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- Departments of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, Selcuk University, Faculty of Medicine, Konya, Turkey
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- Departments of Pediatric Surgery, Selcuk University, Faculty of Medicine, Konya, Turkey
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Pongsatha S, Jatavan P, Hantrakun P, Tongsong T. Prenatal Detection of Rapid Progressive Changes in Massive Lymphangioma from Flank to the Lower Extremity. Diagnostics (Basel) 2023; 13:2130. [PMID: 37443524 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics13132130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2023] [Revised: 06/13/2023] [Accepted: 06/18/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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Lymphangioma is a congenital anomaly in which abnormal lymphatic drainages localize to form a benign mass, but it has the tendency to grow in size and the potential to infiltrate surrounding structures, causing devastating effects and leading to severe morbidity. The most common site of lymphangioma is the neck region (cystic hygroma colli), whereas lymphangioma in the lower limbs is very rare, accounting for only 2% of cases. Accordingly, the prenatal diagnosis of lymphangioma of the lower limbs has been scarcely reported. This study describes two cases of lymphangioma of the lower limbs, focusing on unique sonographic features and the natural course of rapidly progressive changes, which is different from nuchal lymphangioma. Based on previous isolated case reports together with our two cases, lymphangioma of the lower limbs usually develops in the second trimester, tends to have rapidly progressive changes, and is unlikely to be associated with aneuploidy and structural anomalies. Diagnoses can be made by using sonographic findings pertaining to the subcutaneous complex and multi-septate anechoic cystic lesions in the lower limbs, the latter of which can infiltrate visceral structures. Prenatal detection can be helpful in laying the groundwork for providing counseling to the parents and the planning of management strategies, i.e., opting to terminate the pregnancy, revising delivery plans, and looking towards the postnatal management of the infant.
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- Saipin Pongsatha
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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Werner H, Castro P, Lopes J, Ribeiro G, Araujo Júnior E. Fetal Cervical Lymphangioma: Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Three-Dimensional Reconstruction Modelling. JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY CANADA 2022; 44:1117-1118.e1. [PMID: 34308843 DOI: 10.1016/j.jogc.2020.08.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2020] [Revised: 08/26/2020] [Accepted: 08/27/2020] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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- Heron Werner
- Department of Fetal Medicine, Clínica de Diagnóstico por Imagem (CPDI), Rio de Janeiro-RJ, Brazil
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- Department of Fetal Medicine, Clínica de Diagnóstico por Imagem (CPDI), Rio de Janeiro-RJ, Brazil; Department of Radiology, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Rio de Janeiro-RJ, Brazil
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- Department of Arts and Design, Pontifícia Universidade Católica (PUC-Rio), Rio de Janeiro-RJ, Brazil
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- Department of Fetal Medicine, Clínica de Diagnóstico por Imagem (CPDI), Rio de Janeiro-RJ, Brazil; Department of Arts and Design, Pontifícia Universidade Católica (PUC-Rio), Rio de Janeiro-RJ, Brazil
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- Department of Obstetrics, Paulista School of Medicine - Federal University of São Paulo (EPM-UNIFESP), São Paulo-SP, Brazil; Medical course, Municipal University of São Caetano do Sul (USCS), Bela Vista Campus, São Paulo-SP, Brazil.
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Werner H, Castro P, Lopes J, Ribeiro G, Araujo Júnior E. Lymphangiome Cervical Fœtal : Imagerie Par Résonance Magnétique et Modélisation de Reconstruction Tridimensionnelle. JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY CANADA 2022; 44:1119-1120.e1. [PMID: 35589518 DOI: 10.1016/j.jogc.2020.11.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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- Heron Werner
- Department of Fetal Medicine, Clínica de Diagnóstico por Imagem (CPDI), Rio de Janeiro-RJ, Brazil
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- Department of Fetal Medicine, Clínica de Diagnóstico por Imagem (CPDI), Rio de Janeiro-RJ, Brazil; Department of Radiology, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Rio de Janeiro-RJ, Brazil
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- Department of Arts and Design, Pontifícia Universidade Católica (PUC-Rio), Rio de Janeiro-RJ, Brazil
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- Department of Fetal Medicine, Clínica de Diagnóstico por Imagem (CPDI), Rio de Janeiro-RJ, Brazil; Department of Arts and Design, Pontifícia Universidade Católica (PUC-Rio), Rio de Janeiro-RJ, Brazil
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- Department of Obstetrics, Paulista School of Medicine - Federal University of São Paulo (EPM-UNIFESP), São Paulo-SP, Brazil; Medical course, Municipal University of São Caetano do Sul (USCS), Bela Vista Campus, São Paulo-SP, Brazil
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Wang J, Yang Y, Guo J, Yao Y, Dong L, Mou Y, Zhang Y, Song X. Cervical lymphangioma in adults: A report of seven cases and review of the literature. Laryngoscope Investig Otolaryngol 2022; 7:751-756. [PMID: 35734075 PMCID: PMC9194990 DOI: 10.1002/lio2.801] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Revised: 03/07/2022] [Accepted: 04/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Cervical lymphangioma usually occurs in children and is relatively rare in adults. The purpose of this study was to investigate the characteristics of cervical lymphangiomas in adults. Methods We retrospectively reviewed the medical records and analyzed clinical data obtained from seven adult patients who suffered from cervical lymphangioma from January 2008 to June 2021. Results Five (71.43%) of seven cases were asymptomatic and four (57.14%) lymphangiomas had a maximum diameter ≥ 10 cm. Each cervical lymphangioma was located adjacent to the carotid sheath. All the cervical lymphangiomas were completely surgically excised and were pathologically diagnosed as cystic lymphangioma. After a median 32 months follow‐up period, no recurrence was observed. Conclusion Cervical lymphangiomas from adults are often large asymptomatic masses infiltrating or adjacent to surrounding vital structures which brings many difficulties to the surgery, requiring an experienced surgeon to remove the mass.
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- Jianwei Wang
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital Qingdao University Yantai China
- Shandong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital Qingdao University Yantai China
- Shandong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital Qingdao University Yantai China
- Shandong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital Qingdao University Yantai China
- Shandong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital Qingdao University Yantai China
- Shandong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital Qingdao University Yantai China
- Shandong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital Qingdao University Yantai China
- Shandong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital Qingdao University Yantai China
- Shandong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases
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Li K, Hua H, Wei P. Macroglossia. J Am Dent Assoc 2022; 154:350-354. [PMID: 35339262 DOI: 10.1016/j.adaj.2022.02.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2021] [Revised: 01/14/2022] [Accepted: 02/18/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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The Value of Fetal Heart Evaluation in Fetuses with Rare Congenital Lymphangiomas: A Cohort Study from a Single Tertiary Center across Two Decades (Years 1999-2020). J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11041035. [PMID: 35207307 PMCID: PMC8874571 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11041035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2022] [Revised: 02/13/2022] [Accepted: 02/15/2022] [Indexed: 12/10/2022] Open
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Lymphangiomas are uncommon, benign (from a histopathology viewpoint) malformations of the lymphatic system with thin-walled vessels; however, these tumors may be dangerous for fetal or neonatal life. They are observed in 1:6000 newborns at birth and in 1:750 spontaneous abortions. We aimed to investigate the role of fetal echocardiography in the prognosis of lymphangioma. Selected data of 19,836 pregnant women studied between 1999 and 2020 were retrospectively analyzed. In total, 32 cases of lymphangioma meeting the following criteria were further analyzed: (1) ultrasound availability from the 1st trimester of pregnancy and (2) nuchal translucency ≤ 2.5 mm. Echocardiographic findings, karyotype, size, and location of the possible lesion were juxtaposed with the clinical follow-up. The statistical analysis was performed using Statistica 13.1 software (StatSoft, Tulsa, OK, USA). Lymphangioma in the analyzed material coexisted with abnormalities in fetal echo in 78% (n = 25) of cases, especially: heart defect in 50% (n = 16) and with normal heart structure with functional changes in 28% (n = 9). Karyotype was available in 50% of the analyzed cases (n = 16). Normal cytogenetic results were observed in 62.5% (n = 10) of cases. In the remaining cases, the following were observed: Turner Syndrome: 25% (n = 4) and Down Syndrome 12.5% (n = 2). The rate of alive newborns was significantly higher among fetuses with isolated lymphangioma in comparison to those with lymphangioma associated with abnormal ECHO examination: 38.46% (n = 5) vs. 15.38% (n = 2; p = 0.037). Abnormal ECHO exam was a poor prognostic sign for fetuses with lymphangioma; therefore, we think it is important to refer these cases for detailed echocardiography in tertiary centers. Moreover, it should be highlighted that in all lymphangioma cases there was an indication to perform the karyotype assessment, as there was a high risk of aneuploidy.
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Rosales-Parra ND, Acero-Murillo CF, García-Aristizabal MP, Romero-Espitia WD. Malformaciones linfáticas abdominales en una población pediátrica: experiencia en un centro de referencia de Medellín, Colombia. REVISTA COLOMBIANA DE CIRUGÍA 2022. [DOI: 10.30944/20117582.961] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Introducción. Los linfangiomas son anormalidades benignas del sistema linfático, que corresponden a dilataciones quísticas de estos vasos y se localizan especialmente en el cuello. Solo el 10 % de todas estas malformaciones se encuentran en el abdomen y presentan síntomas variables de acuerdo al tamaño y su ubicación especifica, siendo el dolor abdominal el principal síntoma.
Métodos. Se presentan cinco pacientes pediátricos con malformaciones linfáticas abdominales. Se describen su cuadro clínico, localización, tratamiento y la experiencia en el manejo de dicha patología en un hospital de referencia.
Resultados. Los métodos más apropiados para hacer una aproximación diagnóstica son la ecografía, la tomografía computarizada y la resonancia nuclear magnética. Dentro de las opciones descritas para el tratamiento están la farmacológica, la escleroterapia y la resección quirúrgica, tanto por vía abierta como por laparoscopia.
Conclusión. Existe una variedad de métodos para realizar la resección de los linfangiomas abdominales, pero la cirugía sigue siendo la más efectiva, especialmente cuando se cuenta con la laparoscopia como una herramienta terapéutica.
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Barrette LX, Morales CZ, Oliver ER, Gebb JS, Feygin T, Lioy J, Howell LJ, Hedrick HL, Jackson OA, Adzick NS, Javia LR. Risk factor analysis and outcomes of airway management in antenatally diagnosed cervical masses. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol 2021; 149:110851. [PMID: 34311168 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2021.110851] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2021] [Revised: 06/01/2021] [Accepted: 07/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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PURPOSE To investigate antenatally-determined imaging characteristics associated with invasive airway management at birth in patients with cervical masses, as well as to describe postnatal management and outcomes. STUDY DESIGN A retrospective analysis of 52 patients with antenatally diagnosed neck masses was performed using single-center data from January 2008 to January 2019. Antenatal imaging, method of delivery, management, and outcomes data were abstracted from the medical record and analyzed. RESULTS Antenatal diagnosis of neck masses in this cohort consisted of 41 lymphatic malformations (78.8%), 6 teratomas (11.5%), 3 hemangiomas (5.8%), 1 hemangioendothelioma (1.9%), and 1 giant foregut duplication cyst (1.9%). Mean gestational age at time of diagnostic imaging was 29 weeks 3 days (range: 19w4d - 37w). Overall, 22 patients (42.3%) required invasive airway management at birth, specifically 18 patients (34.6%) required endotracheal intubation and 4 (7.7%) required tracheostomy. 15 patients (28.8%) underwent ex-utero intrapartum treatment (EXIT) for the purposes of securing an airway. Polyhydramnios, tracheal deviation and compression, and anterior mass location on antenatal imaging were significantly associated with incidence of invasive airway intervention at birth, EXIT procedure, and tracheostomy during the neonatal hospitalization (p < 0.025; Fisher's exact test). Logistic regression analysis demonstrated statistically significant association between increasing antenatally-estimated mass volume and incidence of invasive airway management at birth (p = 0.02). Post-natal cervical mass management involved surgical excision (32.7%), sclerotherapy (50%), and adjuvant therapy with rapamycin (17.3%). Demise in the neonatal period occurred in 4 (7.7%) patients. CONCLUSION This series documents the largest single-center experience of airway management in antenatally diagnosed cervical masses. Fetal imaging characteristics may help inform the appropriate method of delivery, airway management strategy at birth, and prenatal counseling.
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- Louis-Xavier Barrette
- Division of Otolaryngology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Leonard and Madlyn Abramson Pediatric Research Center, 3615 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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- Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA; Division of Pediatric General, Thoracic and Fetal Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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- Division of Neonatology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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- Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA; Division of Pediatric General, Thoracic and Fetal Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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- Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA; Division of Pediatric General, Thoracic and Fetal Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Leonard and Madlyn Abramson Pediatric Research Center, 3615 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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- Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA; Division of Pediatric General, Thoracic and Fetal Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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- Division of Otolaryngology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA.
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Liu YP, Huang YL, Tsai PS, Lin DC, Chen CP. Prenatal diagnosis of abdominal lymphatic malformations. Taiwan J Obstet Gynecol 2021; 60:13-19. [PMID: 33494985 DOI: 10.1016/j.tjog.2020.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/15/2020] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Abdominal lymphatic malformations (LM) are rare congenital malformations of the lymphatic system, representing only 2% of all LM in newborns. They may arise from intra-abdominal solid organs (such as the liver, pancreas, kidneys, spleen, adrenal glands, and gastrointestinal tract), mesentery, omentum, and retroperitoneum. Mesenteric LM are the most commonly seen, with retroperitoneal LM being the second most common. Fetal abdominal LM could be associated with karyotypic or other abnormalities, including skin edema, hydrops fetalis, and polyhydramnios, and prenatal diagnosis and perinatal counseling for these LM are important. Prenatal ultrasound (US) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) have led to an increased diagnosis of abdominal LM and improved monitoring and intervention postnatally. This article provides an overview of fetal abdominal LM, including the prenatal diagnoses, differential diagnoses, comprehensive illustrations of the imaging findings, treatments, and fetal outcomes.
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- Yu-Peng Liu
- Department of Radiology, Mackay Memorial Hospital, Hsinchu, Taiwan; Mackay Medicine, Nursing and Management College, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Radiology, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, New Taipei, Taiwan
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- Mackay Medicine, Nursing and Management College, Taipei, Taiwan; Department of Radiology, MacKay Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan; Mackay Medical College, New Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Radiology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan; Division of Endocrine and Metabolism, Department of Medicine, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan; School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, MacKay Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan; Department of Medical Research, MacKay Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan; School of Chinese Medicine, College of Chinese Medicine, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan; Institute of Clinical and Community Health Nursing, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan; Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
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Ho FC, Chen HL, Chung HW. Axillary Cystic Hygroma. J Pediatr 2021; 234:273-274. [PMID: 33771579 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2021.03.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2021] [Revised: 03/17/2021] [Accepted: 03/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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- Fong-Cheng Ho
- Graduate Institute of Medicine, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Respiratory Therapy, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University; Department of Pediatrics, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Pediatrics, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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Dysregulation of Amphiregulin stimulates the pathogenesis of cystic lymphangioma. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A 2021; 118:2019580118. [PMID: 33941693 DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2019580118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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Along with blood vessels, lymphatic vessels play an important role in the circulation of body fluid and recruitment of immune cells. Postnatal lymphangiogenesis commonly occurs from preexisting lymphatic vessels by sprouting, which is induced by lymphangiogenic factors such as vascular endothelial growth factor C (VEGF-C). However, the key signals and cell types that stimulate pathological lymphangiogenesis, such as human cystic lymphangioma, are less well known. Here, we found that mouse dermal fibroblasts that infiltrate to sponges subcutaneously implanted express VEGF-D and sushi, Von Willebrand factor type A, EGF, and pentraxin domain containing 1 (SVEP1) in response to PDGFRβ signal. In vitro, Pdgfrb knockout (β-KO) fibroblasts had reduced expression of VEGF-D and SVEP1 and overproduced Amphiregulin. Dysregulation of these three factors was involved in the cyst-like and uneven distribution of lymphatic vessels observed in the β-KO mice. Similarly, in human cystic lymphangioma, which is one of the intractable diseases and mostly occurs in childhood, fibroblasts surrounding cystic lymphatics highly expressed Amphiregulin. Moreover, fibroblast-derived Amphiregulin could induce the expression of Amphiregulin in lymphatic endothelial cells. The dual source of Amphiregulin activated EGFR expressed on the lymphatic endothelial cells. This exacerbation cascade induced proliferation of lymphatic endothelial cells to form cystic lymphangioma. Ultimately, excessive Amphiregulin produced by fibroblasts surrounding lymphatics and by lymphatic endothelial cells per se results in pathogenesis of cystic lymphangioma and will be a fascinating therapeutic target of cystic lymphangioma.
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Li J, Zhong W, Geng X, Liu X, Zhang X, Wang Y, Li H. Ultrasonographic diagnosis, classification, and treatment of cervical lymphatic malformation in paediatric patients: a retrospective study. BMC Pediatr 2020; 20:441. [PMID: 32950065 PMCID: PMC7501610 DOI: 10.1186/s12887-020-02337-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2020] [Accepted: 09/10/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Background To explore the imaging features, key diagnostic points, classification, treatment, and prognosis of cervical lymphatic malformation. Methods Overall, 320 patients diagnosed with cervical lymphatic malformation were retrospectively analysed in our hospital between 1 January 2014 and 31 December 2017. Imaging modalities included colour Doppler ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging, and contrast-enhanced computed tomography. Cervical lymphatic malformations were classified by cyst diameter. Treatments included interventional therapy, surgery, and expectant treatment. Results Cervical lymphatic malformation was identified in 320 of 1192 patients with lymphatic malformation. Four were excluded due to misdiagnosis by ultrasonography. Cervical lymphatic malformation was classified as mixed, macrocystic, and microcystic in 184 (57.5%), 117 (36.56%), and 19 (5.94%) patients, respectively. Sixty-four (20%), ten (3.12%), seven (2.19%), and three (0.94%) patients experienced intracystic haemorrhage, infection, concurrent intracystic haemorrhage and infection, and calcification, respectively. Among 260 (81.25%) patients who underwent interventional sclerotherapy, 163 (50.94%) received it once and 96 (30%) received it two or more times. Twenty-eight (8.75%), five (1.56%), and 27 (8.44%) patients underwent surgical resection, interventional sclerotherapy plus surgery, and expectant management, respectively. Conclusions Ultrasonography is useful for diagnosing definite cervical lymphatic malformation. Interventional therapy is the first choice for children with confirmed cervical lymphatic malformation.
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- Jiaoling Li
- Department of Ultrasound, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Centre, Guangzhou Medical University, Jinsui Road 9, Guangzhou, 510623, China.
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- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Centre, Guangzhou Medical University, Jinsui Road 9, Guangzhou, 510623, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Centre, Guangzhou Medical University, Jinsui Road 9, Guangzhou, 510623, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Centre, Guangzhou Medical University, Jinsui Road 9, Guangzhou, 510623, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Centre, Guangzhou Medical University, Jinsui Road 9, Guangzhou, 510623, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Centre, Guangzhou Medical University, Jinsui Road 9, Guangzhou, 510623, China
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- Department of Invasive Technology, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Centre, Guangzhou Medical University, Jinsui Road 9, Guangzhou, 510623, China
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Saccone G, Di Meglio L, Di Meglio L, Zullo F, Locci M, Zullo F, Berghella V, Di Meglio A. Prenatal ultrasound diagnosis of fetal chest wall cystic lymphangioma: An Italian case series. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2019; 236:139-142. [PMID: 30909010 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2019.03.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2019] [Accepted: 03/16/2019] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Fetal lymphangioma is a rare congenital malformation of lymphatic system that involve the skin and the subcutaneous tissue. The vast majority of the lymphangioma occurs in the neck. More rarely lymphangiomas may occur in the axillary region, including chest wall. Our consecutive case series study included three cases of fetal chest wall cystic lymphangiomas. In our cohort, fetal chest wall cystic lymphangiomas were the 18.8% of the all cases of lymphangiomas of axillary region. In all the three cases no other fetal abnormalities were evaluated, and the chest wall cystic lymphangiomas were unilateral, honeycombed in appearance, with multiple echo-free area of varying size in the mass, with no color flow on Doppler sonography, and with a trend to increase during the gestation. The incidence of chromosomal abnormalities was 33.3%, with one case out of the three being trisomy 21.The literature review revealed only seven cases of fetal chest wall cystic lymphangiomas. The cases were not associated with other abnormalities, nor with abnormal karyotype and only one case of fetal death was reported. Three women delivered vaginally. In summary, fetal chest wall cystic lymphangioma is a very rare malformations with only seven cases reported in the literature. This malformation is usually not associated with abnormal karyotype or other abnormalities and the neonatal outcome is favorable after surgical removal. Spontaneous vaginal delivery may be a safe approach for delivery women with fetal chest wall cystic lymphangioma. CONDENSATION: Fetal chest wall cystic lymphangioma is a very rare malformations with only seven cases reported in the literature. This malformation is usually not associated with abnormal karyotype or other abnormalities and the neonatal outcome is favorable after surgical removal. Spontaneous vaginal delivery may be a safe approach for delivery women with fetal chest wall cystic lymphangioma.
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- Gabriele Saccone
- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, School of Medicine, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy; Diagnosi Ecografica e Prenatale di A.Di Meglio, Naples, Italy.
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, School of Medicine, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy; Diagnosi Ecografica e Prenatale di A.Di Meglio, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, School of Medicine, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy; Diagnosi Ecografica e Prenatale di A.Di Meglio, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, School of Medicine, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, School of Medicine, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, School of Medicine, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
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- Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, School of Medicine, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy; Diagnosi Ecografica e Prenatale di A.Di Meglio, Naples, Italy
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