Look up: Cystic Hygroma

1. cystic hygroma
   <radiology> Multiple cystic structures in nuchal region, lack of communication btw cervical lymphatics and venous system, unlike encephalocele: no cranial defect, no vertebral anomaly associated with: Turner syndrome, Roberts syndrome (single-gene disorder), Down syndrome ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
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2. Cystic Hygroma
   A fluid-filled sac that occurs when there is a blockage in the lymphatic system. They appear as single or multiple cysts and are usually found on the neck. In a fetus, the cystic hygroma can turn into hydrops, an excessive amount of fluid in the baby's body) in which the fetus could possibly die. Ea...
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3. cystic hygroma
   Type: Term Definitions: 1. lymphangioma hygroma, poorly encapsulated tumor composed of lymph-filled endothelial-lined cysts, usually found around the neck, but may occur in the axilla, groin, or elsewhere; may be simple or complex; often associated with Turner syndrome. Synonyms: lymphangioma hygroma
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4. Cystic hygroma
   A `cystic hygroma` is a congenital multiloculated lymphatic lesion that can arise anywhere, but is classically found in the left posterior triangle of the neck. This is the most common form of lymphangioma. It contains large cyst like cavities containing watery fluid. Microscopically cystic hygroma ...
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