A rare case of congenital lymphoedema in a 6-month-old infant
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Congenital lymphoedema is a rare disorder presenting in the newborn period and infancy. It is characterised by impaired lymphatic drainage due to lymphatic vessel abnormalities, which presents at birth or within two years thereafter. We report on a 6-month-old infant with congenital lymphoedema presenting with non-pitting unilateral lower-limb swelling and various cutaneous markings. This case underscores the importance of imaging techniques such as lymphangiography and the challenging aspects of management owing to limited interventional options.
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