Moderate size infantile haemangioma of the neck – conservative or surgical treatment? : a case report
2008
Surgical Treatment of Infantile Haemangioma in a One-Year-Old Boy
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Hussain Abdulzahra, Mahmood Hind, Almusawy Hussein
Primary Institution: Princess Royal University Hospital, Kent, UK
Hypothesis
Is early surgical excision a justified treatment for moderate size infantile haemangiomas?
Conclusion
Early surgical excision of a moderate size infantile haemangioma may be justified to prevent complications.
Supporting Evidence
- Surgical excision was performed successfully without major morbidity.
- Partial necrosis of the skin flap developed but healed completely in eight weeks.
- There was no residual problem on review five years after the operation.
Takeaway
If a baby has a big lump on their neck, doctors might need to do surgery to fix it so it doesn't cause problems later.
Methodology
The case involved surgical excision of a moderate size haemangioma after parental consent.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
One-year-old boy.
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