Use of propranolol in infantile haemangiomas: report of five cases and review of the literature

Infantile haemangiomas are common benign tumours that do not require treatment unless they cause significant functional impairment or disfigurement. We report our experience with the off-label use of propranolol in 5 children with haemangiomas and review the relevant literature.

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Published in:Hippokratia 2011-01, Vol.15 (1), p.81-83
Main Authors: Gidaris, D, Economou, M, Hatzidemetriou, V, Gombakis, N, Athanassiou-Metaxa, M
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Language:English
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Summary:Infantile haemangiomas are common benign tumours that do not require treatment unless they cause significant functional impairment or disfigurement. We report our experience with the off-label use of propranolol in 5 children with haemangiomas and review the relevant literature.
ISSN:1108-4189
1790-8019