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Scrotal Lymphedema and its Conservative Treatment: A Rare Complication of Circumcision.

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2019-12-31T21:00:00Z

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Akan, Serkan
Urkmez, Berna
Artuk, Ilker
Urkmez, Ahmet

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Lymphedema is defined as an abnormal accumulation of extracellular fluid in the subcutaneous compartment caused by impaired lymphatic drainage. Scrotal lymphedema is a rare condition characterised by swelling of the scrotal skin due to deterioration in lymphatic drainage. Over time, fibrosis may develop in the scrotum and genital malformations that impair the patient's quality of life. Here, we present the first case in our experience of scrotal lymphedema, which occurred in a 3-year child following circumcision, and subsequently was treated successfully with complex decongestive physiotherapy.

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