Abstract
Cystic Hygroma is a congenital lymphangiomatous tumour. It commonly involves the neck but is rarely associated with lymphangioma of the tongue. Presenting here a rare case having extensive tongue involvement giving a terrifying look and severe anaemia but without respiratory distress. Herewith submitting a case report with a brief review of literature and various problems faced while managing the same.
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We, the Department of ENT, gratefully acknowledge the technical assistance provided by the Department of Radiology and the Department of Paediatric Surgery.
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Nitnaware, A.Z., Sakhare, P.T. & Kapre, G.M. Cystic Hygroma with Extensive Tongue Involvement. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 63, 89–92 (2011). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12070-010-0065-x
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