Title: Rare Case of Adult Onset Cervical Cystic Hygroma: A Case Report
Authors: Dr Saurabh Singh, Dr Vivek Maurya
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v6i8.183
Abstract
Introduction
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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