Pediatric lymphangioma
What are pediatric lymphangiomas?
Lymphangiomas (lymph·an·gi·o·mas) also known as lymphatic malformations, are cystic structures most commonly present as a lump in the head, neck or armpit areas. These cystic masses can be made up of many small cysts or just a few larger cysts and contain thin fluid.
What are the signs and symptoms of pediatric lymphangiomas?
These lesions are most commonly noticed as a soft lump just under the skin and sometimes have a bluish discoloration. They are typically asymptomatic, unless they become infected which usually results in redness, pain and possibly fever.
How are pediatric lymphangiomas diagnosed?
The diagnosis of a lymphangioma begins with a physical exam. Your doctor may recommend imaging including:
How are pediatric lymphangiomas treated?
If the cysts are few and large, your surgeon may recommend treatment with aspiration of the fluid and injection of medication which causes the cyst to seal. If the cysts are multiple and small, the lymphangioma may need to be removed through surgery. Lymphangiomas are benign but they may recur after surgery.
Pediatric lymphangioma doctors and providers
Adam Alder, MDPediatric Surgeon
Natasha Corbitt, MDPediatric Surgeon
Diana Diesen, MDPediatric Surgeon
Barbara Gaines, MDPediatric Surgeon
Lauren Gillory, MDPediatric Surgeon
Russell Hawkins, MDPediatric Surgeon
Charles Hong, MDPediatric Surgeon
Stephen Megison, MDPediatric Surgeon
Carrie Moore, MDPediatric Surgeon
Joseph Murphy, MDPediatric Surgeon
Samir Pandya, MDPediatric Surgeon
Laura Purcell, MDPediatric Surgeon
Faisal Qureshi, MDPediatric Surgeon