Abstract
Abstract Cystic Lymphangiomas (CL) is an uncommun benign neoplasma wich frequently occurs to young adults. The lymphatic system can be developed by two theories: the centripetal and centrifugal theories. This study aims to present to a case of giant CL, because of its atypical location. A 3 years old girl consulted for a swelling of the lower 1/3 of the right arm, discovered since the age of 1 year. Complete surgical excision was performed with an external approach of the right arm. The contribution of imaging in particular MRI and the interest of a complete surgical excision which allows diagnosis and surgical treatment. However, a few local recurrences, fistula malformation or infection have been reported. No case of malignant transformation has been reported in the literature.
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