Lymphangioma: A 2019 Survey Conducted by the Korean Association of Pediatric Surgeons

Abstract

Purpose Report of a nationwide survey on lymphangioma conducted by the Korean Association of Pediatric Surgeons (KAPS) in 2019.

Methods The authors reviewed and analyzed the clinical data of pediatric patients who started treatment for lymphangioma in hospitals of KAPS members from 2011 to 2013. Their follow-up data is also included in the study.

Results A total of 532 patients with lymphangioma from 18 institutes were registered for the study. The results were discussed at the 35th annual meeting of KAPS, which was held in Gyeongju on June 13–14, 2019.

Conclusion This study provides general information on lymphangioma and comprehensive treatment outcomes for this disease. The study is expected to be an important reference for improving pediatric surgeons’ understanding and treatment of lymphangioma.