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Review
. 2014 Aug;23(4):162-7.
doi: 10.1053/j.sempedsurg.2014.06.017. Epub 2014 Jun 26.

Infantile and congenital hemangiomas

Marilyn G Liang  1 , Ilona J Frieden  2
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Review

Infantile and congenital hemangiomas

Marilyn G Liang et al. Semin Pediatr Surg. 2014 Aug.

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.

Keywords: Congenital hemangioma; Infantile hemangioma; LUMBAR; PELVIS; PHACE; Propranolol.

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