Follow-up of complex unresectable lymphangiomas.
Publication/Presentation Date
11-1-1994
Abstract
Our purpose was to determine the natural history of unresectable lymphangiomas. From 1986-1992, 11 cases of unresectable lymphangiomas were seen in our institution (age 1 month to 14 years). Locations affected included cervical (8), mediastinal (6), and abdominal (3). Presenting symptoms included abdominal pain, respiratory problems, chylothorax, pleural effusions, and pneumococcal sepsis. Attempts at total excision were performed in all but one patient who had biopsy only. The tumor that could not be removed was then observed for the development of complications. Follow-up of these 11 patients ranged from 2 to 6 years. Two have completely regressed, five have stabilized, and four have required repeat operation. Of the five that have stabilized, none have developed complications such as infection or compression secondary to the mass. In an asymptomatic patient, it appears that the portion of the lymphangiomas remaining will regress or at least not progress, and no further resections were required.
Volume
60
Issue
11
First Page
840
Last Page
841
ISSN
0003-1348
Published In/Presented At
Heether, J., Whalen, T., & Doolin, E. (1994). Follow-up of complex unresectable lymphangiomas. The American surgeon, 60(11), 840–841.
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
7978677
Department(s)
Department of Surgery
Document Type
Article