Introduction

Cystic hygroma is a malformation of the lymphatic vessels. They commonly present in younger age group up to 2 years¹. Presentation in adulthood is rare and the cause is uncertain, although trauma and upper respiratory tract infection have both been suggested as possible triggers for². The most common site is posterior triangle of neck around 80% other site are axilla, groin, mediastinum. They are multiseptate and brilliant transilluminant so called hydrocele of neck³.

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Dr Vivek Maurya

Department of General Surgery-Saraswati Medical College 
Address: LIDA, Mahu Vihar, P.O. Asha Khera, NH- 25, Lucknow- Kanpur Highway

Unnao (UP), Pin 209859, India