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Vascular hamartomas in childhood.

H E Willshaw, J P Deady

    Journal of Pediatric Surgery
    |March 1, 1987
    PubMed
    Summary

    Local steroid injections effectively treat childhood vascular hamartomas around the eye, preserving vision. This minimally invasive method shows significant regression rates, offering a safe and non-disfiguring treatment option for these potentially sight-threatening lesions.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Pediatric Medicine
    • Dermatology

    Background:

    • Vascular hamartomas in children can be isolated or widespread, affecting skin and internal organs.
    • Periocular vascular hamartomas pose a significant risk to vision by obstructing the visual axis or altering refractive status.
    • Prompt and effective treatment is crucial to prevent sight-threatening complications from these lesions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of local steroid injections for treating periocular vascular hamartomas in children.
    • To determine the rate of regression and identify potential complications associated with intralesional steroid therapy.

    Main Methods:

    • A retrospective review of 15 children treated with local steroid injections for periocular vascular hamartomas.
    • Assessment of lesion regression and visual outcomes post-treatment.

    Main Results:

    • Complete regression of hemangiomas was observed in 7 children (46.7%).
    • Two children (13.3%) showed no response to intralesional steroid injections.
    • The treatment was found to be relatively effective, safe, and nondisfiguring.

    Conclusions:

    • Intralesional steroid injection is a viable and effective treatment for periocular vascular malformations in children.
    • This method offers a safe and minimally invasive approach to managing potentially vision-compromising lesions.
    • The treatment demonstrates a favorable profile for accelerating regression without significant disfigurement.

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