Cystic hygroma in the neck causing airway compromise: Case report and review of literature
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We report a case of cystic hygroma in a 7 month old boy causing severe airway compromise, and discuss the acute management of airway obstruction and the surgical management of cystic hygroma.
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Cystic hygroma and potential airway obstruction in a newborn: a case report and review of the literature
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