DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Lymphangiectasia with hyperkeratotic deposits, mostly in lymphedema.
TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.
Corresponding to the lymphangioma circumscriptum.
Progression/forecastThis section has been translated automatically.
Usually good, but under the hyperkeratosis an angiosarcoma can be hidden, see also lymphangiosarcoma.
LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.
- Brouillard P et al (2003) Vascular malformations: localized defects in vascular morphogenesis. Clin Genet 63: 340-351
- Low DW (2003) Management of adult facial vascular anomalies. Facial Plast Surgery 19: 113-130
- Wendt T et al (1988) Progressive lymphangiokeratoma and angiosarcoma (Stewart-Treves syndrome) in congenital lymphedema. Dermatologist 38: 155-160
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Angiosarcoma lymphedema associated; Angiosarcoma (overview); Lymphangioma circumscriptum; Lymphedema (overview);Disclaimer
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