True about cystichygroma
A. Congenital sequestration of lymphaticsB. Resolves spontaneously by 5 year of age
C. Common in upper 1/3rd of lateral neck
D. Surgery is the treatment of choice
E. usually diagnosed in adolescent or young adults
The Answer
is. (A) Congenital sequestration of lymphatics (D) Surgery is the treatment of choice
• The sequestration of a portion of Jugular lymphatic
sac from the lymphatic system accounts for the development of cystic hygroma.
• It usually manifests in the neonate or early
infancy ; occasionally present at birth.
• Swelling is in lower third of the neck, as it
enlarges it passess upwards towards the ear. Often posterior triangle of neck
is mainly involved.
