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Vascular anomalies: nomenclature, classification, and imaging algorithms.
Abanti Das1, Ankur Goyal1, Ankit Sangwan1
1Department of Radiodiagnosis, and Interventional Radiology, 28730All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India.
Acta Radiologica (Stockholm, Sweden : 1987)
|April 13, 2022
Summary
Accurate terminology for vascular malformations and tumors is crucial. This review clarifies nomenclature, focusing on the International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies classification and diagnostic imaging guidelines.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Radiology
- Medical Terminology
Background:
- Ambiguity in terminology for vascular malformations and tumors is common.
- Incorrect usage of terms like hemangioma and arteriovenous malformation (AVM) leads to diagnostic and management challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish correct nomenclature for vascular anomalies.
- To guide physicians and radiologists in diagnosing and managing these lesions.
- To address the lack of diagnostic clinico-radiological features and imaging guidelines in current classifications.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing classification systems for vascular anomalies.
- Focus on the latest International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies (ISSVA) classification (revised 2018).
- Analysis of diagnostic features and imaging modality guidelines.
Main Results:
- Highlights key features of the latest ISSVA classification.
- Identifies gaps in current classifications regarding diagnostic criteria and imaging recommendations.
- Aims to provide clarity on correct terminology and usage.
Conclusions:
- Standardized nomenclature is essential for effective communication in vascular anomaly diagnosis and management.
- Further guidelines are needed for clinico-radiological features and imaging modalities.
- This review aims to bridge the gap in current literature.
Keywords:
Vascular anomaliesclassificationcomputed tomographymagnetic resonance imagingnomenclatureultrasoundMore Related Videos
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