Guest guest Posted October 20, 2002 Report Share Posted October 20, 2002 Dear - I did a quick web search and came up with this information (I didn't read through everything, but the second site has pictures). Let me know if this doesn'a answer your questions and I will refine the search. http://www.totalskincare.com/library/totalskincare_l_lymphangioma.html http://www.laparoscopy.com/pictures/lap_lymp.html http://www.ability.org.uk/Cystic_Hygroma.html http://www.thedoctorsdoctor.com/diseases/lymphangioma.htm http://www.emedicine.com/derm/topic866.htm http://www.emedicine.com/derm/topic848.htm Background: Acquired progressive lymphangioma (APL) is an uncommon vascular tumor that is of importance primarily because it can be confused histologically with Kaposi sarcoma (KS) or angiosarcoma. - first described the tumor as APL and later as benign lymphangioendothelioma. Pathophysiology: Because no marker or set of markers can be used to unequivocally differentiate between lymphatics, arterioles, and venules, the exact nature of this tumor remains unclear. Vascular spaces often are associated with type IV collagen and smooth muscle. Frequency: In the US: The incidence is rare; fewer than 30 cases have been reported. Race: No racial predisposition exists. Sex: Males and females are affected equally. Age: APL affects adolescents and young adults Hope this helps, Gail West, Indiana State Representative Pancreatitis Association International www.pancassociation.org Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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