Cystic Hygromas - Our Experience
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Cystic hygromas are rare tumours. The pathophysiology lies in occlusion of lymph channels. It may present as a congenital swelling or in adulthood. There are various chromosomal anomalies associated with it. We here have are presented a series of 9 patients of cystic hygromas and their management. Though easy to diagnose clinically, it needs good radiological evaluation. Complete surgical excision is possible even in very extensive lesions.
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تاریخ انتشار 2016