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We report an unusual case of mesenteric cystic lymphangioma presenting as a large multilocular mass with a well-enhanced solid component and a central cleft, which were were pathologically correlated to the prominent stromal myxoid degeneration interspersed with abundant capillaries and the central fibrosis, respectively. The findings of computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging are illustrated. Recognition of the multilocular configuration of the enhanced stroma may help to make the correct preoperative diagnosis.
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Ko, S.F., Ng, S.H., Shieh, C.S. et al. Mesenteric cystic lymphangioma with myxoid degeneration: Unusual CT and MR manifestations. Pediatr Radiol 25, 525–527 (1995). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02015784
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