# Axillary Cystic Lymphangioma in an Adult: A Case Report

## TL;DR

A rare case of axillary cystic lymphangioma in an adult is reported, highlighting the importance of considering this condition in differential diagnoses.

## Contribution

The novelty lies in presenting a rare adult case of axillary cystic lymphangioma with a confirmed diagnosis through surgical excision and histopathology.

## Key findings

- Cystic lymphangioma was confirmed in a 32-year-old male through histopathology.
- The case highlights the rarity of lymphangioma in adults and its potential to mimic other conditions.
- Surgical excision is an effective diagnostic and treatment approach for such cases.

## Abstract

Lymphangioma is a congenital malformation of the lymphatic system most often reported in children. Its occurrence in adults is rare. It usually develops in the head, neck, and axillary region. It mimics other conditions, such as cold abscess, simple cyst, hydatid cyst, and hemangioma, on clinical examination. Here, we report a case of cystic lymphangioma in the axillary region of a 32-year-old male. The patient underwent surgical excision and histopathology confirmed cystic lymphangioma. Although it is very rare in adults, cystic lymphangioma should be considered in the differential diagnosis of an axillary mass.