Successful laparoscopic removal of mesenteric and omental cysts in toddlers: 3 cases with a literature review

Giant Omental Cyst (Lymphangioma) Mimicking Ascites and Tuberculosis

“…Of these two types of cystic mass, 2.2% are omental cysts. Different etiologies have been discussed regarding the precise causes of these cysts, including benign proliferation of mesenteric lymphatics, failed fusion of the mesenteric leaves, and deficiency of the normal lymphaticovenous shunts (1-3). Lymphangioma is the most common cause of these cysts, which are generally restricted to the lesser or greater omentum (2, 3).…”

“…Mesenteric and omental cysts are classified into four main groups: embryological, traumatic, neoplastic, and infective or degenerative. Lymphangioma is the most common cause of these cysts (1-3). …”

Chylolymphatic Cyst of Mesentery of Terminal Ileum: A Case Report in 8 Year-old Boy

“…Mesenteric cysts may cause acute abdomen from the cyst rupture, infection, hemorrhage, intestinal obstruction, and volvulus [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9]. USG and computed tomography scan of the abdomen are the investigations of choice and may helpful in the pre-operative diagnosis of mesenteric cysts, but not possible to confirm it in all the case [2,[4][5][6]9].…”

“…Complete surgical excision remains the mainstay for the treatment of the mesenteric cysts with an excellent result [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9]. In approximately 20% to 60% of the cases bowel resection and anastomosis is needed along with the excision of the mesenteric cysts [2,[4][5][6]8].…”

“…In approximately 20% to 60% of the cases bowel resection and anastomosis is needed along with the excision of the mesenteric cysts [2,[4][5][6]8]. Excision of the mesenteric cysts may also be accomplished successfully with laparoscopically [3,7,8]. Tran NS, et al, reviewed laparoscopic management of abdominal lymphatic cyst in 47 children.…”