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Capillary Hemangioma Managed With Laser Ablation: A Case Report.
Aravind Warrier S1, Vaishnavi Muthukumaran1, Aparna Venkatramakrishnan2
1Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Sri Ramachandra Dental College and Hospital, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University), Chennai-600116, Tamil Nadu, India.
Journal of Lasers in Medical Sciences
|November 29, 2023
Summary
This case report details a rare oral hemangioma in the palate of an adult female. Intraoral ultrasonography aided diagnosis, and laser ablation was used for treatment, highlighting an effective approach for this benign vascular tumor.
Area of Science:
- Oral pathology
- Vascular tumors
- Diagnostic imaging
Background:
- Hemangiomas are benign vascular tumors typically affecting infants and adolescents, commonly found in the head and neck.
- Oral hemangiomas, particularly in the palate, are infrequent occurrences.
- Accurate diagnosis and treatment planning necessitate baseline soft tissue imaging.
Observation:
- A 68-year-old female presented with a painless, gradually enlarging growth on the palate.
- Intraoral ultrasonography was performed for diagnostic evaluation.
- The growth was diagnosed as a capillary hemangioma.
Findings:
- Intraoral ultrasonography proved effective in diagnosing the palatal hemangioma.
- Laser ablation was selected as the treatment modality.
- This approach was chosen to mitigate risks associated with conventional surgical interventions.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of considering intraoral ultrasonography for diagnosing palatal lesions.
- Laser ablation presents a viable and potentially safer alternative for treating oral hemangiomas.
- A systematic diagnostic and therapeutic strategy is crucial for managing such rare oral conditions.
