Penile Lymphangioma Circumscriptum-A Rare Case Report

Abstract

Lymphangioma circumscriptum is a rare disorder of lymphatic channels characterised by multiple grouped thin translucent vesicles. The lesions are often seen around the neck, upper trunk, proximal extremities and tongue. Genital involvement in females has been reported but penis is a rare site. On the other side congenital variety is extremely rare. Here we are presenting a rare case of congenital penile lymphangioma circumscriptum.

Lymphangioma circumscriptum of glans penis: a report of two cases

“…Lymphangioma on the penis could be acquired and appear as a result of lymphatic vessel occlusion related to infections such as frequent cellulitis [5]. Alternatively, this entity may be congenital as reported by Handa et al [9]. However, lesions in both our cases appeared spontaneously in adulthood, Dermatology Online Journal || Photo Vignette without any history of previous infection, irradiation, or surgery.…”

“…One of the less frequent sites of involvement is the glans penis. Up to date there are very few reports of penile lesions in the English literature [2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10]. Herein, we present two cases of LC, the first for its unusual site and occurrence in an older age, the second for its unique presentation of a single black papule on the tip of the glans penis.…”