Abstract
Cystic hygroma is a benign growth that is often congenital and probably results from tissue malformation during the early development of the lymphatic system. The cervical cystic hygroma involving the entire craniofacial skeleton is attributed to both local and distant effects on the dentofacial structure. Here we are reporting a case report on cystic hygroma having a secondary effect on the dentoalveolar structure, providing information on potential complications of cystic hygroma and the treatment needed. A 6-year-old female patient with cystic hygroma of the anterior triangle of the neck at birth with post-surgical recurrence and had marked dentofacial malformation.
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Informatics Publishing Limited
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