Vulvar lymphangioma circumscriptum: a report of 3 cases, 2 associated with vulvar carcinoma and 1 with hidradenitis suppurativa

J Low Genit Tract Dis. 2010 Jul;14(3):234-7. doi: 10.1097/LGT.0b013e3181dc1e5b.

Abstract

Vulvar lymphangioma circumscriptum is a rare, benign proliferation of the lymphatic system that presents a diagnostic and management challenge. It may be confused with condyloma acuminata, molluscum contagiosum, or other vulvar disorders. Treatment options include observation, surgical excision, laser ablation, or sclerosing therapy. We report 3 cases, 2 associated with vulvar squamous cell carcinoma and 1 with hidradenitis suppurativa.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Carcinoma / diagnosis
  • Carcinoma / pathology
  • Female
  • Hidradenitis Suppurativa / diagnosis
  • Hidradenitis Suppurativa / pathology
  • Histocytochemistry
  • Humans
  • Lymphangioma / complications
  • Lymphangioma / diagnosis*
  • Lymphangioma / pathology*
  • Microscopy
  • Vulvar Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Vulvar Neoplasms / pathology*