Colonic lymphangiomatosis resolved after excisional biopsy

Lymphangioma is an uncommon malformation of the lymphatic system that involves a benign proliferation of the lymphatics, with no established treatment method. Multiple colonic lymphangioma, or colonic lymphangiomatosis, is an extremely rare condition. We report a case of colonic lymphangiomatosis th...

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Published in:Clinical endoscopy 2015, 48(1), , pp.81-84
Main Authors: Lee, Young Soo, Kim, Gyu Won, Cho, Hye Jae, Shim, Chan Sup
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Language:English
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Summary:Lymphangioma is an uncommon malformation of the lymphatic system that involves a benign proliferation of the lymphatics, with no established treatment method. Multiple colonic lymphangioma, or colonic lymphangiomatosis, is an extremely rare condition. We report a case of colonic lymphangiomatosis that was detected during a colonoscopic examination conducted as part of a general health check-up. The lesion completely resolved after excisional biopsy.
ISSN:2234-2400
2234-2443
DOI:10.5946/ce.2015.48.1.81