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Semin Plast Surg 2000; 14(1): 45-53
DOI: 10.1055/s-2000-8421
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Hemangiomas of the Face: Approach to Successful Management

Sean Boutros, Michael T. Longaker, Barry M. Zide
  • S.B., Resident in Plastic Surgery; M.T.L., Converse Professor; B.M.Z., Professor of Clinical Surgery, Institute for Reconstructive Surgery, New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY
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31 December 2000 (online)

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ABSTRACT

Hemangiomas are a common clinical problem affecting up to 10% of all Caucasian children. In the face, 50% of lesions will leave the patient with telangectasias, atrophy, fibrofatty remnants, or rugose skin. Thus hemangiomas can cause varying degrees of physical disfigurement and psychological stress. We recommend early surgical intervention in cases where it is unlikely that involution will produce a truly acceptable appearance. We will review the literature and present our management of representative cases for different facial locations.

Keywords

Nasal hemangioma - forehead hemangioma - lip hemangioma - face - treatment