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Lymphangioma circumscriptum

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Template:AMG Kiran Singh, M.D. [2]

Overview

Overview

Superficial lymphatic malformation (also known as “Lymphangioma circumscriptum”) is a congenital malformation of the superficial lymphatics, presenting as groups of deep-seated, vesicle-like papules resembling frog spawn, at birth or shortly thereafter.[1]

Diagnosis

Diagnosis

Physical Examination

Skin

Oral cavity
Trunk
See also

See also

References

References

  1. James, William; Berger, Timothy; Elston, Dirk (2005). Andrews’ Diseases of the Skin: Clinical Dermatology. (10th ed.). Saunders. Page 585. ISBN 0-7216-2921-0.
  2. 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 “Dermatology Atlas”.

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