Giant jejunal mesenteric lymphangioma causing acute small bowel volvulus

Congenital intestinal atresia associated with a mesenteric cystic lymphangioma in a low birth weight neonate: A case report

“…Lymphangioma is a benign tumor that arises because of anomalous development of the lymphatic system [ 3 ]. Cystic lymphangioma is histopathologically characterized by a thin, irregular wall covered by endothelium that contains lymphatic tissue [ 5 ].…”

“…Lymphangioma is a benign tumor caused by anomalous development of the lymphatic system [ 3 ]. Most pediatric lymphangiomas are located in the neck or axilla.…”

“…Most pediatric lymphangiomas are located in the neck or axilla. Lymphangioma of the small bowel mesentery is rare and accounts for only 1% of all lymphangiomas [ 3 , 4 ]. Congenital intestinal atresia associated with mesenteric cystic lymphangioma has rarely been reported.…”

Ileal volvulus secondary to cystic lymphangioma: A rare case report with a literature review

“…They need resection of the adjacent bowel to ensure complete removal of the cyst. [5] In case of bowel strangulation, resection is required as well. [3] The purpose of radical resection is to prevent the relapse phase, in which the cyst grows again, requiring additional resection of bowel and organs if any is involved.…”

“…Generally, reported cases indicated a good prognosis and minimum hospital stay of less than 7 days. [3,5,7]…”