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Semin intervent Radiol 2008; 25(3): 216-233
DOI: 10.1055/s-0028-1085921
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Imaging and Percutaneous Treatment of Vascular Anomalies

Sandeep Vaidya1 , Daniel Cooke1 , Matthew Kogut1 , Peter G. Stratil1 , Mark A. Bittles2 , Manrita Sidhu3
  • 1Department of Radiology, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
  • 2Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt Children's Hospital, Nashville, Tennessee
  • 3Children's Hospital and Regional Medical Center, University of Washington, Seattle Radiologists Advanced Imaging Center, Everett, Washington
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30 September 2008 (online)

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ABSTRACT

Vascular anomalies are an extensive group of malformations of the arterial, venous, and lymphatic systems, either in isolation or, more often, in combination. Although mostly congenital, they can occasionally be acquired as well. They present a challenge both for workup and therapy. This article attempts to describe some of their main anomalies, their workup, and their therapies, with the goal of increasing the comfort level of endovascular therapists.

KEYWORDS

Vascular anomalies - malformations - hemangiomas - percutaneous endovascular therapy - embolization

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Sandeep VaidyaM.D. 

Assistant Professor, Department of Radiology, University of Washington

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