Conjunctival Lymphangioma: A Case Report and Brief Review of the Literature. (17th May 2012)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Seca, Mariana; Borges, Pedro; Reimão, Pedro; Gomes, Miguel; Meireles, Angelina
• Other Names: Holz F. G. Academic Editor.; Schwartz S. Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: Case reports in ophthalmological medicine. Volume 2012(2012)
• Publication Date: 2012-05-17
• Subjects: Ophthalmology -- Periodicals; Eye -- Diseases -- Periodicals; Ophthalmology; Eye Diseases; Eye -- Diseases; Ophthalmology; Electronic journals; Periodicals; Periodicals; Case Reports; Fulltext; Internet Resources; Periodicals; 617.7
• DOI: 10.1155/2012/836573
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2090-6722

Abstract

Abstract : Background . Lymphangioma is a rare venolymphatic lesion, characterized by dilation of lymphatic vessels. It may occur as an isolated lesion or, more often, represent the surface component of a deep orbital lymphangioma. Case . We report a case of a conjunctival lymphangioma on a 58-year-old male that had simultaneously an upper respiratory tract infection. Excision and biopsy confirmed the nature of the lesion, and there has been no relapse to date. Conclusion . Conjunctival lymphangioma is a rare condition in which the diagnose, must be kept in mind in patients with a red eye resistance to topical therapy and in association with an upper respiratory tract infection. Finally, it is also necessary to be aware of possible recurrence of the lesion.