Haemangioma: clinical course, complications and management. (8th July 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Luu, M.; Frieden, I.J.
• Is Part Of: British journal of dermatology. Volume 169:Number 1(2013:Jul.)
• Page Start: 20
• Page End: 30
• Publication Date: 2013-07-08
• Subjects: Dermatology -- Periodicals; Skin -- Diseases -- Periodicals; 616.5
• DOI: 10.1111/bjd.12436
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0007-0963

Abstract

<abstract abstract-type="main" id="bjd12436-abs-0001"> <title>Summary</title> <p>Despite their high incidence, most infantile haemangiomas (IH) do not require treatment as they regress spontaneously and most do not leave significant sequelae. For the subset of haemangiomas that require treatment, indications for intervention can be divided into three main categories: ulceration, disfigurement and impairment of function or vital structures. In addition, certain IH have a risk of associated structural anomalies. Given the wide heterogeneity of haemangiomas, deciding which haemangiomas need intervention and when to intervene requires a detailed knowledge of natural history and clinical indicators of increased risk.</p> </abstract>