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Congenital lymphangioma circumscriptum of vulva presenting as multiple giant mass lesions: a case report and literature review.

Authors :
Akhavan S
Agah J
Nili F
Source :
The journal of obstetrics and gynaecology research [J Obstet Gynaecol Res] 2018 May; Vol. 44 (5), pp. 978-982. Date of Electronic Publication: 2018 Feb 27.
Publication Year :
2018

Abstract

A G2L2 33-year-old woman presented to our clinic with large verrucous warty masses in labia major, perinea and the end portion of her spine measuring about 15 × 7, 9 × 7 and 8 × 8 cm, which had been enlarged following puberty and pregnancy. Her right upper and left lower limbs had gross congenital lymphedema. The masses were removed by superficial partial vulvectomy with a qualified margin and repaired without skin graft. Pathology report showed lymphangioma circumscriptum. Several months of follow up revealed normal healing and no recurrence. In conclusion, congenital vulvar lymphangioma, which is a rare disorder, can be highly triggered by hormonal-stimulating situations like puberty and pregnancy. Thus, it is better to visit the affected cases in a timely manner in order to excise these lesions before massive enlargement. In our experience, a superficial partial vulvectomy without skin graft can be a sufficient procedure. Obviously, an appropriate approach during and after surgery would be very important for obtaining a desirable healing.<br /> (© 2018 Japan Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1447-0756
Volume :
44
Issue :
5
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
The journal of obstetrics and gynaecology research
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
29484773
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/jog.13609