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    G Chir. 2009 Aug-Sep;30(8-9):362-4.

    Mesenteric cystic lymphangioma treated with laparoscopic excision: case report and review of the literature.

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    Azienda Unitá Sanitaria Locale, Bologna, Ospedale Santissimo Salvatore, San Giovanni in Persiceto (BO), Unitá Operativa Chirurgia Generale.

    Abstract

    Mesenteric cystic lymphangioma is a rare lesion. We described a case of 20 years old patient with an asymptomatic cystic lymphangioma that was detected after ultrasound scan performed for a minor abdominal trauma. The patient was treated with laparoscopic exploration and an intestinal resection by mini-laparotomy. Although very rare, cystic mesenteric lymphangiomas may cause complications; therefore, they should be always treated with surgical excision and should be included in the differential diagnosis of acute abdomen.

    PMID:
    19735616
    [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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