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Role of a Multidisciplinary Vascular Anomalies Committee in the Management of Pediatric Patients: A Decade-Long

Patricia Andres-Ibarrola1, José Luis Díaz Ramón1, Isa Xu Xu2

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Cruces University Hospital, Barakaldo, Spain.

Annals of Vascular Surgery
|December 4, 2025
PubMed

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A multidisciplinary Vascular Anomaly Center (VAC) effectively manages complex pediatric vascular anomalies. This approach improves diagnosis and leads to favorable outcomes in most patients.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric vascular anomalies
  • Multidisciplinary care
  • Clinical outcomes

Background:

  • Vascular anomalies pose significant challenges in pediatric care.
  • Optimal outcomes necessitate multidisciplinary management strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of a multidisciplinary Vascular Anomaly Center (VAC).
  • To analyze diagnostic accuracy and clinical outcomes for pediatric vascular anomalies.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective study of 180 pediatric patients (<14 years) with complex vascular anomalies.
  • Analysis of demographics, lesion characteristics, management, and outcomes from January 2014 to January 2024.

Main Results:

  • Vascular malformations (65.6%) and tumors (31.6%) were most common.
  • 85% of patients experienced favorable outcomes (resolution, improvement, or stabilization).
  • Multidisciplinary recommendations included further tests, treatment, or conservative management.

Conclusions:

  • Multidisciplinary VACs are crucial for coordinated pediatric vascular anomaly management.
  • Collaborative expertise enhances diagnostic accuracy and clinical outcomes.
  • VACs facilitate improved patient care pathways.
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