Lymphangioma circumscriptum

Lymphangioma circumscriptum is a lymphangioma consisting of clusters of transparent to red vesicles and papules, resembling "frog spawn".
There may be a lymphangioma (clear) and hemangioma (purple-red) component in a single lesion.
Lesions commonly present in early childhood.

Treatment:

• Partial ablation is often possible with cautery or laser, but recurrence is common.

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