Hygroma in a 23-year-old man

Abstract

SUMMARYWe describe a 23-year-old man with a cystic hygroma on the right side of his lower neck. Cystic hygromas are uncommon congenital lesions of the lymphatic system and are often diagnosed before the age of 2. The finding of a cystic hygroma is rare in adults. We report the results regarding a cystic hygroma in a 23-year-old man. An initial physical examination was performed, followed by an ultrasound examination and CT. Surgical excision was the treatment of choice. Adequate imaging and physical examination of lateral neck masses in adults are needed to confirm the diagnosis. BACKGROUND

Retroperitoneal Hygroma

“…They appeared to arise from the retroperitoneal space, but not from kidney or ureter. The wall thickness of these cysts was 2-8 mm, suggesting an inflammatory component ( 1 , 2 ). The delayed CTs showed no evidence of enhancement of any of the cystic masses.…”

“…The diagnosis of retroperitoneal hygroma was made. Lack of enhancement on the delayed CTs eliminated the diagnosis of urinomas ( 1 , 2 ).…”