Infantile and congenital hemangiomas

Abstract Infantile hemangiomas (IHs) are the most common benign vascular tumors of infancy. Since they predominantly involute without significant residua, the majority do not require treatment. Indications for intervention include ulceration, prevention of disfigurement, and impairment of function o...

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Published in:Seminars in pediatric surgery 2014-08, Vol.23 (4), p.162-167
Main Authors: Liang, Marilyn G., MD, Frieden, Ilona J., MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Congenital hemangioma
Hemangioma - congenital
Hemangioma - diagnosis
Hemangioma - pathology
Hemangioma - therapy
Humans
Infant
Infant, Newborn
Infant, Newborn, Diseases - diagnosis
Infant, Newborn, Diseases - pathology
Infant, Newborn, Diseases - therapy
Infantile hemangioma
LUMBAR
Pediatrics
PELVIS
PHACE
Propranolol
Surgery
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Summary:Abstract Infantile hemangiomas (IHs) are the most common benign vascular tumors of infancy. Since they predominantly involute without significant residua, the majority do not require treatment. Indications for intervention include ulceration, prevention of disfigurement, and impairment of function or vital structures. Some IHs have associated structural anomalies. When and which IH to treat requires knowledge of the natural history and clinical findings of increased risk. Congenital hemangiomas (CHs) are fully formed at birth. They also differ from IHs in their histological and immunohistochemical findings and thus represent a distinct clinical entity. Their clinical characteristics and management are also discussed.
ISSN:1055-8586
1532-9453
DOI:10.1053/j.sempedsurg.2014.06.017