EC Paediatrics

Cystic hygroma (CH) is a macrocystic lymphangiomas that occur mainly in the neck.

A newborn with CH was detected during pregnancy and confirmed at delivery.

The CH was in the neck. After surgery, the sac was totally removed.

Our case was not associated with chromosomal or non-chromosomal disorders.

Keywords: Cystic Hygroma; Newborn; Surgery

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