A case series of fetal lymphatic malformations and a review of the literature

Article type: Case Report

Authors: Papaccio, M.^{a; *} | Bernardi, M.^a | Tonegatti, L.G.^b | Alberti, D.^b | Sartori, E.^a | Signorelli, M.^a

Affiliations: [a] Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Brescia, Brescia BS, Italy | [b] Department of Pediatric Surgery, Spedali Civili Children’s Hospital of Brescia, Brescia BS, Italy

Correspondence: [*] Address for correspondence: Marta Papaccio, MD, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Brescia, Brescia BS, Italy. Tel.: +39 3343787347; E-mail: papaccio.marta@gmail.com.

Abstract: Lymphatic malformations are rare benign developmental anomalies of the lymphatic system that can be diagnosed by prenatal ultrasound. Depending on their anatomical site and size, the lesions can cause a variety of aesthetic and functional deficits. Several treatment options are available, the most suitable is still under debate. The experience gained at our Centre and the review of the literature can be useful to improve prenatal counseling, that is challenging due to the heterogeneity of clinical presentation and treatment.

Keywords: Lymphatic malformations, prenatal diagnosis, ultrasonography

DOI: 10.3233/NPM-230160

Journal: Journal of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, vol. 16, no. 4, pp. 747-754, 2023