Extensive solitary lymphatic malformation of the liver in a child: a case report and literature review

Abstract

Intrabdominal lymphatic malformations are rare benign congenital vascular anomalies that account for less than 5% of benign masses in childhood, with an extremely variable clinical presentation. For this reason, although their radiological appearance is usually typical, diagnosis can be challenging and not always immediate. This report describes a unique case of extensive solitary hepatic lymphatic malformation in a 10-year-old boy with both extra- and intraparenchymal development with no associated symptoms. A literature review of reported cases of solitary hepatic lymphatic malformation is also included.

Keywords

• Lymphangioma
• Ultrasonography
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• Lymphatic Vessels
• Liver