Pediatric lymphedema caused by diffuse cervical lymphadenopathy: A case report and review of the literature

Publication date: August 2016
Source:International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, Volume 87
Author(s): Sarah A. Gitomer, Carla M. Giannoni, Karina T. Cañadas
Pediatric head and neck lymphedema is rare and there have not been any reported cases in children. Here we discuss severe, diffuse head and neck lymphedema in a child caused by compression of the internal jugular veins by lymphadenopathy from Kawasaki's disease. With steroid and intravenous immunoglobulin treatment, the lymphadenopathy improved and facial edema slowly resolved. In review of the literature, complications of head and neck lymphedema including airway obstruction and blindness are discussed. This case highlights the importance of the pediatric otolaryngologist considering lymphedema as a cause for facial swelling and monitoring for complications of lymphedema.



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