J Med Assoc Thai 2004; 87 (7):834

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Radiofrequency Tissue Volume Reduction: Suggested Treatment for Lymphatic Malformation
Hirunwiwatkul P Mail

Lymphatic malformation is a benign congenital lesion but is often challenging to deal with. Complete excision is its treatment of choice. It has a high rate of recurrence, since a complete excision is difficult, and it may cause cosmetic or functional defect. Radiofrequency tissue volume reduction (RTVR) is used for the treatment of sleep-disordered breathing and other areas of surgery. A case of cervical lymphatic malformation reported here is effectively treated by radiofrequency without scar or any complication.

Keywords: Radiofrequency, Lymphatic malformation, Cystic hygroma


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