Multimodal management of diffuse neonatal hemangiomatosis.

Stratte, E G; Tope, W D; Johnson, C L; Swanson, N A · J Am Acad Dermatol · 1996

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Diffuse neonatal hemangiomatosis is a rare, frequently fatal disorder. We describe the case of a neonate with numerous cutaneous and ocular hemangiomas. Hepatic hemangiomas were noted at 4 weeks of age, associated with congestive heart failure resulting from hepatic arteriovenous shunting. This condition was controlled by treatment with prednisone, interferon alfa-2b and hepatic embolization. Treatment of cutaneous hemangiomas with the tunable dye laser prevented hemorrhage, facilitated routine skin care, and allowed uninhibited intravenous access during hospitalization.

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