Rare Case of Adult Onset Cervical Cystic Hygroma: A Case Report

Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 8

Abstract

Cystic hygroma is a malformation of the lymphatic vessels. They commonly present in younger age group up to 2 years1 . Presentation in adulthood is rare and the cause is uncertain, although trauma and upper respiratory tract infection have both been suggested as possible triggers for2 . The most common site is posterior triangle of neck around 80% other site are axilla, groin, mediastinum. They are multiseptate and brilliant transilluminant so called hydrocele of neck3 .

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Dr Saurabh Singh

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Dr Saurabh Singh (2018). Rare Case of Adult Onset Cervical Cystic Hygroma: A Case Report. Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research, 6(8), 1108-1111. https://europub.co.uk./articles/-A-519522