Current management of hemangiomas and vascular malformations

Clin Plast Surg. 2005 Jan;32(1):99-116, ix. doi: 10.1016/j.cps.2004.10.001.

Abstract

This article outlines the classification of vascular anomalies, which include vascular tumors and vascular malformations. We describe the nomenclature, diagnosis, and management of the different types of anomalies. Specific indications for pharmacologic and surgical intervention are discussed.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Abnormalities, Multiple
  • Arteriovenous Malformations / diagnosis
  • Arteriovenous Malformations / therapy*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Hemangioma / congenital
  • Hemangioma / diagnosis
  • Hemangioma / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Lymphatic Abnormalities / surgery
  • Skin Diseases, Vascular / congenital
  • Skin Diseases, Vascular / diagnosis
  • Skin Diseases, Vascular / therapy*
  • Skin Neoplasms / congenital
  • Skin Neoplasms / diagnosis
  • Skin Neoplasms / therapy*
  • Veins / abnormalities