Blunt Trauma-Induced Lymphocele in the Groin — An Uncommon Complication and Management Considerations: A Case Report
Lymphoceles are common complications after certain surgical procedures. Blunt trauma can occasionally result in similar lymph accumulation. Herein, we present the rare case of a patient who developed a lymphocele in his right groin following a blunt trauma from a fallen tree branch. Aspiration and sclerotherapy were unsuccessful, and the lesion ultimately required surgical excision. Lymphoceles should be considered a rare differential diagnosis for post-traumatic cystic swelling, and their management should follow similar guidelines to those used for post-surgical lymphocele management.
Authors
- Thilina Gunawardena (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3867-2780)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Vascular Specialist International
- Published
- 2024-09-23
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.5758/vsi.240052
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Lymphatic Disorders and Treatments
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.57