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Pediatric Lymphatic Malformations

Key Points About Lymphatic Malformation in Children

  • A lymphatic malformation  is a lymphatic vessel that isn't formed correctly. The vessel traps the lymph fluid and causes cysts to form. Your child may have one or more of these cysts.
  • This is a condition your child is born with.
  • They are most common in the neck.
  • Most lymphatic malformations are diagnosed at birth. The rest are often found by 2 years old.
  • Treatment may include surgery to remove the lymphatic malformation or other methods to destroy it.

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Providers Who Treat Lymphatic Malformations

    Departments that Treat Lymphatic Malformations

    Vascular Anomalies Clinic

    The Vascular Anomalies Clinic brings all of the necessary pediatric specialists together -- in one place -- for individual evaluation and treatment of children with vascular anomalies.

    The Zickler Family Prenatal Pediatrics Institute

    The Zickler Family Prenatal Pediatrics Institute at Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C., provides specialized care for babies during pregnancy, delivery and after birth.