Value of radiofrequency ablation in the management of retropharyngeal lymphatic malformation.

Value of radiofrequency ablation in the management of retropharyngeal lymphatic malformation.

Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Apr;83:37-40

Authors: Lisan Q, Villepelet A, Parodi M, Garabedian EN, Blouin MJ, Couloigner V, Leboulanger N

Abstract
Lymphatic malformations are benign malformations frequently occurring in the head and neck. Retropharyngeal location is rare, can be life threating and its management is particularly challenging. Over a three-year period, three patients presented with symptomatic (dyspnea and/or dysphagia) retropharyngeal lymphatic malformation. All were treated using a radiofrequency ablation of lymphatic malformation through a trans-oral approach. No major complications occurred following the surgery. During the follow-up, no recurrence was noted and all patients were asymptomatic. Radiofrequency ablation in the management of retropharyngeal lymphatic malformations is a simple technique with very good results and allows a fast recovery with minimum morbidity and a short hospital stay.

PMID: 26968050 [PubMed - in process]

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