Acquired progressive lymphangioma: Case report with partial response to imiquimod 5% cream

SALMAN A., SARAÇ G., Kuru B. C. , Cinel L., YÜCELTEN A. D. , Ergun T.

PEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY, cilt.34, 2017 (SCI İndekslerine Giren Dergi) identifier

  • Cilt numarası: 34 Konu: 6
  • Basım Tarihi: 2017
  • Doi Numarası: 10.1111/pde.13283
  • Dergi Adı: PEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY

Özet

Acquired progressive lymphangioma (APL), or benign lymphangioendothelioma, is an unusual entity derived from vascular structures. Clinically and histopathologically it may resemble Kaposi's sarcoma and well-differentiated angiosarcoma, causing a diagnostic problem. We report an individual with APL initially diagnosed with Kaposi's sarcoma who underwent unnecessary laboratory testing. Imiquimod 5% cream stopped the progression of the lesion. Awareness of this rare entity may prevent patients from undergoing excessive testing. Imiquimod may be used as a safe, effective treatment option.