Mesenteric Cystic Lymphangioma in Mesentery among children: A Case Report in Zawia, Libya
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https://doi.org/10.54361/LJMR.20.3.94Keywords:
Mesenteric, cystic lymphangiomas, Mesentery among children, LibyaAbstract
Background: Mesenteric cystic lymphangiomas (MCLs) are rare intra-abdominal lesions, with an estimated frequency of one case per 100,000 to 1 per 250,000 hospital admissions. Clinical manifestations range from severe stomach discomfort to asymptomatic masses. Although the cause of these cysts is still unknown, there are a number of theories explain their pathogenesis. Currently, total surgical removal of the cyst is the mainstay of treatment for these rare lesions. Case presentation: We report a case of A 10-year-old boy presented to surgical department of clinic on March 15,2026, with a history of dull, intermittent colic abdominal pain for months associated with distended abdomen. An abdominal ultrasound (US) revealed a large, well-defined cystic mass in the right side of the abdomen. Subsequent Abdominal computed tomography (CT) scan with contrast done on the same day and revealed an intra-abdominal large well defined cystic mass in right aspect of abdomen The patient underwent an exploratory laparotomy, which revealed a retroperitoneal tumor on the right side were connected to mesenteric lymph nodes of the right mesocolon. The cystic mass was completely excised without need for bowel resection. confirming the diagnosis of a benign mesenteric cystic lymphangioma her specimen by histopathology examination. Conclusion: complete surgical excision 0f cyst provides a definitive diagnosis and excellent clinical out come with out requiring bowel resection.
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