[Lymphatic malformations in the head and neck area].

[Lymphatic malformations in the head and neck area].

HNO. 2016 Jan 28;

Authors: Wiegand S, Werner JA

Abstract
Lymphatic malformations are congenital malformations of the lymphatic system. They are mainly located in the head and neck area, and grow proportional to the patients' body growth. Depending on the morphology, it can be distinguished between macrocystic, microcystic and mixed lymphatic malformations. Due to their infiltrative growth, microcystic lymphatic malformations are particularly difficult to treat. Therapeutic approaches include conventional surgical resection, laser therapy, sclerotherapy and systemic drug therapies.

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