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| Disease found: | Abdominal cystic lymphangioma |
| Current as of: | October 8, 2024 |
| Disease Overview: | Benign malformation of the lymphatic vessels in the abdomen with unclear cause [more info] |
| Signs and Symptoms: | Abdominal pain, increase in waist circumference, abdominal mass, intestinal obstruction, and/or volvulus [more info] |
| Diagnosis: | Histopathological examination after complete surgical resection [more info] |
| Treatment: | Laparoscopic resection [more info] |
| Clinical Management: | To prevent a recurrence, complete excision is the best option [more info] |
| Referral: | No specific physicians specialize in this condition, often managed by General Surgery. Referral to Medical Genetics Department, if available. Initial virtual care is also available through organizations like TeleRare Health. |
| Clinical Trials: | None are available, but can sign up to be notified when one becomes available |