Congenital generalized cystic lymphangiomatosis diagnosed by prenatal ultrasound.
We describe a previously unknown congenital abnormality of the lymphatic system, characterized by multiple cystic lesions of the lower extremities and thorax. Diagnosis was made by ultrasound in the second trimester. The ultrasound findings, pathology results, and differential diagnosis are presented.
Haeusler
M C
MC
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Karl Franzens Universität, Graz, Austria.
Hofmann
H M
HM
Hoenigl
W
W
Karpf
E F
EF
Rosenkranz
W
W
D000328:Adult; D003560:Cysts / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008206:Lymphatic Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D011247:Pregnancy; D011296:Prenatal Diagnosis; D014463:Ultrasonography