Huge lymphangioma of the tongue: a case report

Asian J Surg. 2003 Oct;26(4):228-30. doi: 10.1016/S1015-9584(09)60310-9.

Abstract

Lymphangioma of the tongue is relatively rare and may cause facial structural deformity. Using a combination of a V-shaped and central resection, we successfully treated a 6-year-old girl who had massive lymphangioma of the tongue. Postoperatively, her tongue was located completely within her mouth with good cosmetic results. Sensory and motor nerves to the tongue appeared to be intact. Her speech was also improved.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child, Preschool
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Lymphangioma / diagnosis*
  • Lymphangioma / surgery*
  • Macroglossia / congenital
  • Macroglossia / surgery
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Rare Diseases
  • Risk Assessment
  • Surgery, Oral / methods
  • Tongue Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Tongue Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Treatment Outcome