Treatment of ulcerated hemangiomas with propranolol: an evidence-based case report
Hemangiomas are the most frequent vascular tumors observed in early childhood. The presentation is unique, with an initial phase of proliferation, followed by a phase of slow, spontaneous regression after the age of 1 year.1,2 Most hemangiomas are uncomplicated and do not require intervention. Howev...
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Indonesian Pediatric Society Publishing House,
2012-08-01T00:00:00Z.
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| Summary: | Hemangiomas are the most frequent vascular tumors observed in early childhood. The presentation is unique, with an initial phase of proliferation, followed by a phase of slow, spontaneous regression after the age of 1 year.1,2 Most hemangiomas are uncomplicated and do not require intervention. However, therapy may be needed if the hemangioma is located at certain body sites, such as the face, or if it results in a functional handicap, such as limitation of eye opening. In addition, ulcerated, rapidly growing hemangiomas may require treatment.3 |
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| Item Description: | 0030-9311 2338-476X 10.14238/pi52.4.2012.243-8 |