Lymphoedema of the legs as a result of lymphangiomyomatosis. A case report and review of the literature.
Leg lymphoedema is described as an unusual presenting feature of lymphangiomyomatosis. MRI scanning revealed typical lesions. Possible sex hormonal manipulation as a therapy for pulmonary or abdominal involvement is reviewed.
van Lith
J M
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Hoekstra
H J
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Boeve
W J
WJ
Weits
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D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007866:Leg; D008203:Lymphangiomyoma / Q000150:complications* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D008209:Lymphedema / Q000209:etiology*; D008232:Lymphoproliferative Disorders / Q000150:complications*; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed