Lymphangiectasia-Case report

Lymphangiectasia is a pathologic dilation of lymph vessels. Generalized forms may be diagnosed during pre-natal follow-up with ultrasound examination, and, depending on its severity, the newborn outcome is very poor. Etiology is not known. It may be due to a genetic disorder or developmental error. Signs and symptoms depend upon whether it is diffused or localized, and location of the condition or the organ that is involved. Diagnosis is made by physical exam, blood tests, radiological studies, lymphangiograms, tissue biopsy. Treatment varies from surgical excision, cryotherapy, sclerotherapy and symptomatic treatment.