Infected mesenteric cystic lymphangioma as a cause of pediatric acute abdomen

Abstract

Mesenteric cystic lymphangiomas are rare intraabdominal tumors, most often seen in the pediatric population. These tumors manifest in a variety of ways and can present as an acute abdomen secondary to infection, volvulus, or ischemia. We report a case of a two-year-old presenting with peritonitis resulting from infection of multiple mesenteric cystic lymphangiomas and discuss changing management strategies as seen in the literature.

Keywords

• Mesenteric cystic lymphangioma
• Surgery
• Acute abdomen