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A hemangioma is an abnormal build up of blood vessels in the skin or internal organs.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001459.htm | title = ''Hemangioma''| authro [Michael S. Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.]}}</ref> It is also described as a congenital benign skin lesion consisting of dense, usually elevated masses of dilated [[blood vessels]]".<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.kmle.com/search.php?Search=hemangioma | title = ''KMLE American Heritage Medical Dictionary definition of hemangioma'' | author = [http://www.kmle.com The American Heritage Stedman's Medical Dictionary]}}</ref> In most cases, hemangiomas will disappear over time. They are formed either during [[gestation]] or appear during the first few weeks of life and may present as a [[birthmark]]. Hemangiomas can be vivid superficial [[lesions]], known as capillary hemangiomas (often referred to as "Strawberry Marks"), or they can be deep bluish swelling, known as cavernous hemangiomas. Sometimes they can be both superficial and deep. Approximately eighty percent are located on the face and neck, with the next most prevalent location being the [[liver]]. Although hemangiomas are [[benign]], some serious complications can occur. | A hemangioma is an abnormal build up of blood vessels in the skin or internal organs.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001459.htm | title = ''Hemangioma''| authro [Michael S. Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.]}}</ref> It is also described as a congenital benign skin lesion consisting of dense, usually elevated masses of dilated [[blood vessels]]".<ref>{{cite web | url = http://www.kmle.com/search.php?Search=hemangioma | title = ''KMLE American Heritage Medical Dictionary definition of hemangioma'' | author = [http://www.kmle.com The American Heritage Stedman's Medical Dictionary]}}</ref> In most cases, hemangiomas will disappear over time. They are formed either during [[gestation]] or appear during the first few weeks of life and may present as a [[birthmark]]. Hemangiomas can be vivid superficial [[lesions]], known as capillary hemangiomas (often referred to as "Strawberry Marks"), or they can be deep bluish swelling, known as cavernous hemangiomas. Sometimes they can be both superficial and deep. Approximately eighty percent are located on the face and neck, with the next most prevalent location being the [[liver]]. Although hemangiomas are [[benign]], some serious complications can occur. | ||
==Historical Perspective== | ==Historical Perspective== | ||
Hemangioma was first described by Dr. Robert Liston, a | Hemangioma was first described by Dr. Robert Liston, a British surgeon, in 1843. | ||
==Classification== | ==Classification== | ||
Hemangioma may be classified according to International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies into six subtypes: [[Hemangioma|infantile hemangioma]], [[Hemangioma|congenital hemangioma]], [[Hemangioma|tufted angioma]], [[Hemangioma|spindle-cell hemangioma]], [[Hemangioma|epithelioid hemangioma]], and [[Hemangioma|lobular capillary hemangioma]].<ref name=hemangioma>Hemangioma. Dr Tim Luijkx and Dr Donna D'Souza et al. Radiopaedia (2015). http://radiopaedia.org/articles/haemangioma. Accessed on November 12, 2015</ref><ref name="RichterFriedman2012">{{cite journal|last1=Richter|first1=Gresham T.|last2=Friedman|first2=Adva B.|title=Hemangiomas and Vascular Malformations: Current Theory and Management|journal=International Journal of Pediatrics|volume=2012|year=2012|pages=1–10|issn=1687-9740|doi=10.1155/2012/645678}}</ref> | Hemangioma may be classified according to International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies into six subtypes: [[Hemangioma|infantile hemangioma]], [[Hemangioma|congenital hemangioma]], [[Hemangioma|tufted angioma]], [[Hemangioma|spindle-cell hemangioma]], [[Hemangioma|epithelioid hemangioma]], and [[Hemangioma|lobular capillary hemangioma]].<ref name=hemangioma>Hemangioma. Dr Tim Luijkx and Dr Donna D'Souza et al. Radiopaedia (2015). http://radiopaedia.org/articles/haemangioma. Accessed on November 12, 2015</ref><ref name="RichterFriedman2012">{{cite journal|last1=Richter|first1=Gresham T.|last2=Friedman|first2=Adva B.|title=Hemangiomas and Vascular Malformations: Current Theory and Management|journal=International Journal of Pediatrics|volume=2012|year=2012|pages=1–10|issn=1687-9740|doi=10.1155/2012/645678}}</ref> | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
A hemangioma is an abnormal build up of blood vessels in the skin or internal organs.[1] It is also described as a congenital benign skin lesion consisting of dense, usually elevated masses of dilated blood vessels".[2] In most cases, hemangiomas will disappear over time. They are formed either during gestation or appear during the first few weeks of life and may present as a birthmark. Hemangiomas can be vivid superficial lesions, known as capillary hemangiomas (often referred to as "Strawberry Marks"), or they can be deep bluish swelling, known as cavernous hemangiomas. Sometimes they can be both superficial and deep. Approximately eighty percent are located on the face and neck, with the next most prevalent location being the liver. Although hemangiomas are benign, some serious complications can occur.
Historical Perspective
Hemangioma was first described by Dr. Robert Liston, a British surgeon, in 1843.
Classification
Hemangioma may be classified according to International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies into six subtypes: infantile hemangioma, congenital hemangioma, tufted angioma, spindle-cell hemangioma, epithelioid hemangioma, and lobular capillary hemangioma.[3][4]
Pathophysiology
Causes
Differentiating Hemangioma from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Screening
According to the United States Preventive Services Task Force, there is insufficient evidence to recommend routine screening for hemangioma.[5]
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Diagnosis
History and symptoms
Physical Examination
Laboratory Findings
CT
MRI
Ultrasound
Other Imaging Findings
Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical therapy
Surgery
Primary Prevention
References
- ↑ "Hemangioma". Text " authro [Michael S. Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.]" ignored (help)
- ↑ The American Heritage Stedman's Medical Dictionary. "KMLE American Heritage Medical Dictionary definition of hemangioma".
- ↑ Hemangioma. Dr Tim Luijkx and Dr Donna D'Souza et al. Radiopaedia (2015). http://radiopaedia.org/articles/haemangioma. Accessed on November 12, 2015
- ↑ Richter, Gresham T.; Friedman, Adva B. (2012). "Hemangiomas and Vascular Malformations: Current Theory and Management". International Journal of Pediatrics. 2012: 1–10. doi:10.1155/2012/645678. ISSN 1687-9740.
- ↑ Hemangioma. USPSTF. http://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/BrowseRec/Search?s=hemangioma